{"product_id":"cosmos-bipinnatus-picotee-seeds","title":"Cosmos bipinnatus 'Picotee' Seeds","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA Delicate Two-Tone Cosmos With Exquisite Petal Detail\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePicotee\u003c\/em\u003e (from the French \u003cem\u003epicoté\u003c\/em\u003e, meaning \"edged\") describes a flower where the petals are a lighter colour at the centre, bordered by a deeper contrasting band at the margins — and in \u003cstrong\u003eCosmos bipinnatus 'Picotee'\u003c\/strong\u003e, this effect is simply breathtaking. Each large, single bloom opens in pure white, edged with a delicate band of soft crimson or rose — a classic pattern that gives every flower a beautifully defined, almost hand-painted quality. The contrast between the white and the coloured margin is stunning, and no two blooms look quite the same. Held on long, graceful stems above feathery fine-cut foliage, Picotee is a true showstopper in the border and a standout cut flower that draws admiring comments in any arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Gardeners Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🤍 \u003cstrong\u003eStunning picotee blooms\u003c\/strong\u003e — pure white petals edged with soft crimson or rose for a beautifully refined, two-tone effect\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌸 \u003cstrong\u003eEvery bloom is unique\u003c\/strong\u003e — the depth and width of the coloured margin varies from flower to flower, making each one special\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e✂️ \u003cstrong\u003eOutstanding cut flower\u003c\/strong\u003e — long graceful stems and exquisite blooms that are a real talking point in any arrangement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌿 \u003cstrong\u003eFeathery fine-cut foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e — light and airy, adding movement and texture to borders and bouquets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🐝 \u003cstrong\u003eExcellent for bees and butterflies\u003c\/strong\u003e — a magnet for pollinators throughout summer and autumn\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e🌱 \u003cstrong\u003eEasy to grow from seed\u003c\/strong\u003e — fast-growing, free-flowering, and self-seeds gently in the right conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Tips for New Zealand\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow indoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost, or direct sow in spring once soil has warmed. Sow seeds on the surface of moist seed-raising mix and cover lightly. Transplant seedlings to 30–45 cm apart in a sunny, open position with well-drained soil. Cosmos thrives in poor to average soils — avoid overfeeding which encourages lush foliage at the expense of flowers. Deadhead regularly to extend flowering from summer right through to autumn. Performs beautifully throughout NZ in any warm, sunny position.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's in the Packet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach packet contains \u003cstrong\u003e10 seeds\u003c\/strong\u003e of Cosmos bipinnatus 'Picotee'.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📄 Want the full growing guide? The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chbotanics.co.nz\/products\/cosmos-cosmos-bipinnatus-propagation-guide-chbotanics\"\u003eCosmos Propagation Guide\u003c\/a\u003e — a detailed digital PDF covering sowing times, germination, spacing, and much more, is available as an instant download. 🌱😊\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📄 Want to go even deeper? The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/chbotanics.co.nz\/products\/chbotanics-propagation-from-seeds-manual-professional-edition\"\u003eCHBotanics Propagation from Seeds Manual — Professional Edition\u003c\/a\u003e — a comprehensive digital PDF covering sowing times, germination, spacing, and much more across dozens of flower and vegetable species, is available as an instant download. 🌱😊\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chbotanics Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45682778865733,"sku":null,"price":4.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0734\/2974\/5733\/files\/cosmos-picotee-close-up.png?v=1788394224","url":"https:\/\/chbotanics.co.nz\/products\/cosmos-bipinnatus-picotee-seeds","provider":"Chbotanics Seeds","version":"1.0","type":"link"}