The information on this page applies to seedlings sold by LEAF Nursery during our 2021 Seedling Sale.
Zinnea elegans. Annual. A great cutting type with many high-quality, deep red blooms and attractive foliage. Dramatic in mass plantings.
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 | Row Spacing | Days to Maturity |
|---|---|---|
| 9-12" | 30-36" tall | 85 |
- 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://www.highmowingseeds.com/organic-non-gmo-red-scarlet-zinnia.html (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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