Elegant Zinnia Seeds 1g

Brighten your garden with a burst of color from Elegant Zinnia (Zinnia elegans), a classic favorite known for its bold, daisy-like flowers and exceptional vase life. These fast-growing annuals are loved for their ease of care, ability to attract pollinators, and continuous blooms from summer to frost. Ideal for flower beds, borders, and cut flower gardens.

Usage:

• Flower beds and borders

• Cut flower arrangements

• Pollinator gardens

• Container planting

Sowing Time:

• Direct sow after last frost or start indoors 4–6 weeks earlier

Germination Time:

• 5–10 days

Sowing Depth:

• 0.5 cm (¼ inch)

Soil Requirements:

• Well-drained, moderately fertile soil

• pH 5.5–7.5

Sunlight Requirements:

• Full sun (6+ hours daily)

Watering:

• Moderate; water when topsoil is dry

Plant Spacing:

• 25–30 cm (10–12 inches) apart

Growth Height:

• 30–90 cm (12–36 inches), depending on variety

Bloom Time:

• Mid-summer to first frost

Hardiness Zone:

• USDA Zones 2–11 (as an annual)

Other Benefits:

• Attracts butterflies and bees

• Excellent for beginner gardeners

• Resistant to heat and drought

• Long-lasting cut flowers

Latin Name: Zinnia elegans