zinnia potted plants Zinnia Benary's Giants Mix (25 seeds) – Lily's Garden Store

zinnia potted plants Zinnia Benary's Giants Mix (25 seeds) – Lily's Garden StoreThe premium tall, back of the border zinnia. Recommended by the Association of Specialty Cut Flower Growers. Vigorous all season producers hold up well in summer rain and heat all over the country. Densely petaled blooms are up to 6" across. Long lasting standouts in bouquets. Cut and come again flower, yielding multiple cuts over the season. Colors include: deep red, orange, carmine rose, coral, lime, wine, purple, bright pink, white, salmon rose,

The premium tall, back of the border zinnia.

DAYS TO GERMINATION: 3-5 days at 80-85°F (27-29°C)

SOWING: Transplant (recommended) - Sow into 72-cell flats or preferred seedling container 4 weeks before last frost. Cover seeds. A heat mat will help maintain an accurate temperature. Lower temperatures will result in slower germination: 5-7 days at 70-75°F (21-24°C). Harden-off and transplant out after last frost. Do not allow plants to become root bound and avoid disturbing roots; transplant shock or other stress events may cause double-flowering varieties to produce single blooms for a period following stress.

Direct seed - After last frost, sow 1/4" deep. 

Succession-sow/plant every two weeks for prolonged yields of high-quality stems. Pinching of initial bud or bloom and subsequent deadheading is recommended to encourage strong branching and bloom production.

LIGHT PREFERENCE: Sun.

PLANT HEIGHT: Varies. No support is necessary.

PLANT SPACING: 9-12".

HARDINESS ZONES: Annual.

HARVEST: Before completely open. Stem is firm from point of cut to just below the bloom.

SOIL REQUIREMENTS: Fertile soil rich in organic matter. pH: 6.3-6.8 preferred.

USES: Taller varieties make excellent cut flowers. Beds, borders, and mass plantings.

SCIENTIFIC NAME: Zinnia spp.