Are Cosmos and Gesang flowers the same flower? A detailed explanation of the differences

In flower shop stalls, the variety of flowers and plants is truly dazzling, and everyone's preferred varieties differ. Among cosmos, many friends choose Gesang flowers and Cosmos flowers, yet they look very similar. How can you quickly tell these two flowers apart in everyday shopping? Let's find out together below.

What are the differences between Gesang flowers and Cosmos flowers? First, their places of origin differ. Cosmos flowers originate from Mexico and other places in the Americas, and were later introduced to China. They are highly adaptable and are distributed and planted in many places. Gesang flowers, on the other hand, are native flowers of China's Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, with a limited distribution range, and need to be planted in higher-altitude areas.

Then their growth habits also differ. Gesang flowers are more cold-resistant and light-loving, and can grow even in poor soil at high altitude. Cosmos flowers, however, prefer a warm climate and need temperatures in the 10 to 30 degree range. They are not very cold-resistant and are afraid of cold, gloomy weather.

Finally, their representative flower meanings and blooming periods each differ. Cosmos flowers usually bloom from June to August each year, and their flower meaning is the deep affection of "cherish the one before you." Gesang flowers have a very long blooming period, spanning May to October, and their flower meaning represents the beautiful wish to "cherish the one before you," symbolizing the Tibetan people's longing for happiness and good fortune.

So, how do you care for Gesang flowers and Cosmos flowers after buying them and bringing them home? Gesang flowers can generally be bought at flower shops as seeds for sowing or as potted plants. For potted plants, keeping them well is relatively simple. Except that in summer it is best to water during the daytime, you can water at any other time. Water about once every 2 days. As for fertilizing, avoid heavy fertilizer; there is no need to fertilize it too diligently. You can give it No. 1 Huaduoduo once a month. For sowing, you can choose April and directly scatter the seeds into the soil, with the standard being not to leave the seeds exposed. Keep the soil moist, and after about 15 days they can sprout. If what you bought is a Cosmos flower, it likes a temperature environment in the 25-32 range, and choosing loose, breathable soil can meet its growth needs. Note that for it to grow vigorously, you must give it sufficient light, otherwise it will affect growth and also affect blooming.