Sorry to disappoint, @Fire, but it’s another red cosmos that fades to dusty pink. This one is Casanova Red. Well, the search for a truly red cosmos continues… 🕵️♂️
I have some dark red cosmos seed but wasn't going to be at home enough this summer to risk my tiny stock. No doubt I will keep it just long enough to become defunct.
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The nicotiana plant was sticky, and I think I've spotted the culprit. I've no idea exactly what it might be, can only guess it's an aphid.
Cambridgeshire/Norfolk border.
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