That is amazing! I've tried to plant cosmos last year, but it was way too warm and it burned. I watered it a lot, but they couldn't take so much sun. It was sad as I had that beautiful pink and white variety. I'm not even sure if I have ever seen an orange cosmos like yours. It looks lovely!
I had a huge success with calendula, but I didn't know that they attract thrips, so I took them home to dry and my interior plants got infected and fight for their lives until now. That was my biggest fail!
Aw too bad!! I have definately noticed that cosmos doesnt like it's leaves and flowers to be watered and that too much wind makes the petals fall off. Otherwise they seem to love this spot. I am curious how they will do in my next garden. In years past I have had a lot of calendula but this year only a few, sadly!! I am hoping that more pop up over the next few months. Thanks for sharing about your garden 🌱🌻🦋