Apollo™ Pink Cosmos

Apollo™ Pink is an upright annual cosmos with pink flowers and finely divided green foliage. Syngenta identifies the exact Apollo Pink selection as Cosmos bipinnatus, code 70092116, and reports a garden height of 55–65 cm with a 40–50 cm spread. [Syngenta Flowers](https://www.syngentaflowers.com/emea/product/flower/70092116) ## Garden use Plant it in annual borders, containers, or grouped seasonal displays, where the pink flowers provide a clear color accent. Its upright habit and compact garden dimensions suit the middle or front of a sunny planting, depending on neighboring plants. [RHS](https://www.rhs.org.uk/plants/30717/cosmos-bipinnatus/details) ## Growing conditions Grow in sun; the breeder also lists shade exposure for this selection. Cosmos bipinnatus does best in moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil. Water during prolonged dry weather, particularly while young plants establish. The exact Apollo product is listed for flowering from mid spring through summer. ## Maintenance Remove faded flowers regularly to encourage continued flowering. Water at soil level during dry spells and avoid waterlogged conditions. This is an annual; clear spent plants at the end of the season or allow selected flowers to set seed.