Cosmos ‘Chocoholic’

Common Name:
Chocoholic Chocolate Cosmos

Description:
Cosmos ‘Chocoholic’ is a striking and sensual perennial renowned for its rich, velvety maroon flowers and decadent chocolate fragrance. A cultivar of Cosmos atrosanguineus, this variety adds drama and allure to any garden space, with its deep, almost black blooms standing out against fine, burgundy-tinged foliage. Flowering from mid-summer through to early autumn, it thrives in the warmth of Melbourne’s growing season and makes an excellent feature in garden beds, borders, or large containers. ‘Chocoholic’ prefers a sunny, sheltered position with well-drained soil and benefits from regular deadheading to prolong its blooming period. While technically a tuberous perennial, it may require lifting and storing over winter in cooler parts of Victoria if heavy frosts are expected. Loved by pollinators and gardeners alike, this plant offers not only visual appeal but also a unique fragrance that makes it truly unforgettable.

Form:
*Shrub - Small
*Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding

Mature Size:
*Height: 40–60 cm
*Width: 30–40 cm

Aspect:
*Full Sun

Flowering:
*Flowers in Summer
*Flowers in Autumn

Flower Colour:
*Dark Maroon
*Chocolate Brown
*Deep Burgundy

Key Attributes:
*Suitable for Pots
*Scented flowers
*Bee Attracting
*Perennial (frost tender)
*Herbaceous
*Cut Flower Suitable
*Low Maintenance
*Heat Tolerant
*May require lifting in frost-prone areas

Toxicity:
Not known to be toxic to humans or animals.

Companion Plants:
*Salvia ‘Amistad’
*Gaura lindheimeri
*Pennisetum setaceum ‘Rubrum’
*Verbena bonariensis
*Dahlia ‘Bishop of Llandaff’

Plant Growers Australia (PGA) is an innovative wholesale production nursery based in Melbourne, renowned for superior quality garden plants and pioneering breeding programs.
PGA do not sell direct to the public, but their website has detailed information on this species that is available for everyone to access. 
Visit www.pga.com.au for further details and photos of this plant.