Botanical Interests California Giants Blend Zinnia Seeds
- Long-lasting colors
- Attracts pollinators
- Deer resistant
- Superb fresh cut or dried flower
Zinnias are a must for anyone wanting glorious, long-lasting colors throughout the garden, as well as for cut flower arrangements. The more you cut, the more they bloom! Since 1926, California Giants has delivered large blossoms on heat-loving, tall plants; stunning planted in a mass. Each individual flower lasts a very long time on the plant and in the vase. The edible, colorful flowers can make a pretty garnish to salads, desserts, cold drinks or serving trays. Attracts pollinators. Deer resistant.
VarietyLarge, 4"-6" flowers in red, pink, purple and white.
- Family: Asteraceae
- Type: Zinnia (Learn More)
- Native: Mexico
- Hardiness: Annual
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Bloom Period: Summer To Frost
- Plant Dimensions: 24"-48" Tall
- Attributes: Attracts Pollinators, Cut Flower, Deer Resistant, Good for Containers, Heat Tolerant, Edible Flower, Frost Sensitive
When To Sow Outside
Recommended. 1 to 2 weeks after your average last frost date.
When To Start Inside4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date. Transplant outdoors after last frost. Zinnias do not benefit from being sown early; wait for warmer weather.
- Days To Emerge: 3-10 Days
- Seed Depth: 1/4"
- Seed Spacing: A Group of 3 Seeds Every 12"
- Thinning: When 2" Tall, Thin To 1 Every 12"
Harvesting
For longest vase life, harvest before small yellow flowers emerge between petals. Change vase water often.
Specifications- Type: Conventional Heirloom
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