The information on this page applies to seedlings sold by LEAF Nursery during our 2021 Seedling Sale.
Zinnia elegans. Annual. The Giant Double Violet Queen Zinnia seeds are an easy to grow, half-hardy annual variety zinnia flower. This flower produces magnificently large, dahlia-flowered blossoms in a rich, purple hue. Blooms grow on strong, tall plants. It will bloom freely from mid-summer until frost. Both double and semi-double blooms will be produced.
Seed Type
| Organic | Heirloom | Non-GMO | Hybrid | Open-pollinated | Untreated |
Additional Information
| Container Friendly | Trellis Needed | Easy to Grow | Pollinator Friendly |
Planting Season
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
Growing Conditions
| Light | Temperature | Soil | Water |
|---|---|---|---|
| Full Sun | 70-95°F | Fertile soil rich in organic matter. pH: 6.3-6.8 preferred | As needed |
Planting Tips
| Plant Spacing | Plant Size | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|
| 12" | 2.5-3' tall | 35-60 |
- Additional instructions: Pinching of initial bud or bloom and subsequent deadheading is recommended to encourage strong branching and bloom production.[2]
- Harvesting instructions: Harvest before flowers are completely open. Zinnias are annuals and will die with the first hard frost of fall. If you want them to reseed, let the last flowers of the season mature fully and scatter their seeds.[1] [3]
Common Diseases and Pests
- Pests: Caterpillars, mealybugs, and spider mites
- Disease: Bacterial and fungal spots, powdery mildew, and bacterial wilt
Useful Resources
- https://ferrymorse.com/products/zinnia-giant-double-violet-queen (seed source)
- https://www.johnnyseeds.com/flowers/zinnias/benarys-giant-series/benarys-giant-coral-zinnia-seed-1366.html
- https://www.almanac.com/plant/zinnias
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