Boost Your Bloom: How to Pinch Cosmos for More Flowers!

Pinching summer annuals, such as cosmos, is a technique used to encourage more branching and increase the number of blooms. UT Extension Horticulture Specialist Celeste Scott shows how to remove the top portion of the plant. This method speeds up the natural branching process, leading to a fuller and more vibrant plant. The impact is visible within a few weeks as multiple stems develop from the initial cut, resulting in a more flowers. Ideal timing for pinching cosmos is about 10 days after transplanting, with noticeable results typically seen in three to four weeks.

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