Ferry-Morse Zinnia Seeds - Giant Double Scarlet Flame
- Safe for Bees
- Grows best in full sun/partial shade
- 5 - 10 days to germination
- Good for pollinators
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The Scarlet Flame Zinnia seeds are easy to grow, half-hardy annual flowers. This species of flower thrives in warm climates. This zinnia variety produces magnificently large, dahlia-like blossoms in a brilliant, scarlet-red color. The red zinnia flowers bloom on strong, tall green plants. It will bloom freely from mid-summer until frost. It's a stunning addition to any garden. Both double and semi-double blooms will be produced.
Growing Information- Non Neonic: Safe for Bees
- Good for Pollinators
- Grows Best In: Full Sun/Partial Shade
- Days to Germination: 5-10 Days
- Best Container Size: 18"+
- Growing Height: 30-36"
- Water Needs: Average (1-2 in/week)
- Characteristics: Attracts Bees, Butterflies, Hummingbirds, Pollinators and Songbirds, Pet Friendly
- Scent: Sweet Smelling
- Botanical Name: Zinnia Elegans
- Approximate Number of Seeds Per Packet: 80
- Plant Type: Flower
- Plant Lifecycle: Annual
- Pelleted Seed Count: 50-65
- Fill Weight: 0.55 gram
- Days to Bloom: 35-75 Days
- Landscape Use: Bedding
- Disease Resistance: Deer Resistance/Rabbit Resistance/Black Walnut Resistance/Dry Soil
- Tolerance: Heat Tolerant/Drought Tolerant
- Growing Seasons: Spring/Summer/Fall
- Harvest/Bloom Seasons: Summer/Fall
After all danger of frost, sow Giant Double Scarlet Flame Zinnia seeds in open ground well exposed. Or for earlier bloom, start indoors about 4 weeks before the last frost. Cover with 0.25" of soil. When the plants are 3" high, thin or transplant.
- Planting Depth: 0.25-1"
- Seed Spacing: Sow Giant Double Scarlet Flame Zinnia seeds roughly 12" apart
Ideal for tall borders. For a bold effect, mass in sunny beds. Striking and long lasting as cut flowers. Remove faded blossoms to prolong bloom. Give zinnia plenty of fertilizer and water.
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