Photo: Getty Images
Valerie Ghitelman, Vice President, Product Development & Design,1-800-Flowers.com, is a fan of these flowers. Not only are they beautiful, but they smell incredible!
"The Cosmos Astrosanguineus, also known as Chocolate Cosmos, is a very graceful flower with velvety-red petals and centers that are almost black. While some get a sense of red velvet cake, its fragrance reminds me of rich chocolate and the smell of freshly baked chocolate chip cookies—it is irresistible!" offers Ghitelman.
When planting them, keep some things in mind. "These beautiful flowers are somewhat fragile and delicate. As they develop, they become top heavy and tend to droop slightly. To keep them upright, it is best to arrange these deep crimson beauties with a sturdy companion such as hydrangea," says Ghitelman.
For more tips on growing them CLICK HERE
(BHG)