I cannot remember where I took this photo, but I loved the shape of it and best of all the color. Because it will be a while before I see such flowers again, I have been looking at some of my old photos.
You will probably recognize the Garden cosmos, also known as Tall cosmos, Mexican aster, Cosmos and Annual cosmos. Its botanical name is Cosmos bipinnatus.
It is an herbaceous annual plant often cultivated as an ornamental in temperate regions. Due to its self- sowing ability, garden cosmos can grow on the same spot for several years, even though it is an annual. Not surprisingly, this quality also made it an invasive species in certain areas of the world. Happily it is not toxic to animals or humans.
"Cosmos" is from the Greek language, meaning a harmonious and orderly universe. Contrary to "chaos", Cosmos is used to describe how these charming flowers bring colors to gardens, so it is called the garden cosmos.
I was also very interested to find out that that Cosmos represents science. The story goes that it was once chosen to be given to Saint Felix, the dean of the monastic college in Oxford. He made great contributions to the development of Oxford and Oxford University. It can be said that he is the patron saint of knowledge. Another saying about it is that it represents wild beauty and eternal happiness, a symbol of order and harmony.
I think I will be planting these in our garden next growing season in great profusion.
Thanks for looking everyone and I hope your day is a great one.
This one is gorgeous! And this will sure be something to look forward to doing in the spring. My mother-in-law gave us Cosmos seeds, and they grew into beautiful flowers. Didn't last though, and we haven't had any in many years. Great info!
ReplyDeleteThanks Ginny and interesting about your mother-in-law's gift :)
DeleteI've always loved cosmos. They are a splash of color always dancing in the wind.
ReplyDeleteThank you Kay, that's a lovely description :)
DeleteThey are indeed bright and beautiful.
ReplyDeleteVery true, thank you Sue :)
DeleteThat's very beautiful. I love the colour.
ReplyDeletethat's great, thank you Angie :)
DeleteThat is a beautiful flower, so colourful. I like generous plants like cosmos that come up year after year and spread themselves around, needing no special care and just providing colour and joy.
ReplyDeleteThey are nice to have around aren't they? Easy to take care of also sounds like. Thank you Janice :)
DeleteIt is a beautiful flower regardless
ReplyDeleteVery true, thank you Roentare :)
DeleteI have never had any of these growing in my yard but they sure are pretty
ReplyDeleteSame here, thanks Ann :)
DeleteI love the Cosmos too, I would like to plant some next season too.
ReplyDeleteTake care, have a great day and happy weekend!
I'm looking forward to next growing season. Thanks Eileen and the same to you :)
DeleteAwesome detail on the photo, I can see why it is one of your favorites!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jim and Barb, much appreciate that :)
Deleteits beautiful and even more beautiful because it will self sow. bring on the plants that sow themselves. I need to throw a few seeds on my Stump Garden
ReplyDeleteI am going to be throwing the seeds around myself come next spring :) Thanks Sandra :)
DeleteApplauding at the lovely flower and color. Denise it was a well snapped photo by you too
ReplyDeleteHugs Cecilia
Thank you Cecilia, that's very kind of you :) Sending hugs.
DeleteCosmos are certainly lovely as is your photo Denise. My neighbor has them growing in profusion in her garden. What interesting facts you have found about this beautiful flower. Happy Friday!
ReplyDeleteThank you Martha Ellen :) I bet your neighbor's garden looks gorgeous in full growing season. Glad you enjoyed all the info. Happy Friday to you also :)
DeleteI've heard many people chatter about cosmos. Now I know that it's not exactly a good plant.
ReplyDeletePros and cons in all things I guess. Thanks Red :)
DeleteThey will be a great addition to your garden! Happy Friday to you.
ReplyDeleteThey certainly will :) Happy Friday to you also Ellen and have a great weekend.
DeleteLove cosmos
ReplyDeleteThank you Christine :)
DeleteBeautiful....and I have to admit that I'm sorry to see flower season putting put to bed. Nice to have such pretty photos to enjoy. Hope you have a good weekend ahead!
ReplyDeleteHello Jennifer, I love Fall but l will miss the flowers. The photos are great reminders. Thank you and I wish you the same :)
DeleteIt is beautiful...daughter's one single zinnia that survived had bloomed and bloomed and bloomed and was still blooming the other day. I have not looked the past couple of days. I should and take a photo if it is.
ReplyDeleteHow wonderful! I will enjoy seeing those photos. Thanks Rose :)
DeleteEs una bella flor. Te mando un beso.
ReplyDeleteMuito obrigado. Estou feliz que você gostou. Mando um beijo.
DeleteSuch a joyful burst of colour.
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DeleteIt certainly is a beautiful color, thanks David :)