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When to Plant Cosmos in Zone 11A

USDA Zone

11A

Cities Covered

34

Avg Last Frost

Friday, January 1, 2027

Plant Type

Direct Sow

📅 Planting Calendar for Zone 11A

Direct Sow Outdoors Friday, January 1, 2027

Pro Tip: Cosmos can be directly sown outdoors. Plant 0 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Cosmos bipinnatus
Days to Maturity 60 days
Sun Requirements Full Sun (6-8 hours)
Plant Spacing 18" apart

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Growing Cosmos in USDA Zone 11A

Cosmos (Cosmos bipinnatus) grows well in USDA Hardiness Zone 11A. This zone includes cities like Hermosa Beach, Malibu, Venice and 31 more.

The average last frost date for Zone 11A is around Friday, January 1, 2027. Cosmos can be directly sown outdoors around Friday, January 1, 2027.

Expect to harvest your Cosmos approximately 60 days after planting.