Zinnia
Flower
5
Available
9
Total Packets
3
Organic
Days to maturity: 75-80 days
Days to germinate: 14
Optimum temp range: 65–85
Min / Max temp: 60°F – 90°F
Start indoors: 25-Apr
Growing Information
Zinnia - Key Growing Information
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 planting out. 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). 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 - Sow 1/4" deep. Succession-sow/plant every 2 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. Very sensitive to frost.
LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.
PLANT HEIGHT:
Varies. No support is necessary.
PLANT SPACING:
9-12".
HARDINESS ZONES:
Annual.
VASE LIFE:
7-10 days.
STORAGE TEMPERATURE:
40-50°F (4-10°C) Zinnias are sensitive to cold damage.
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.
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 planting out. 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). 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 - Sow 1/4" deep. Succession-sow/plant every 2 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. Very sensitive to frost.
LIGHT PREFERENCE:
Sun.
PLANT HEIGHT:
Varies. No support is necessary.
PLANT SPACING:
9-12".
HARDINESS ZONES:
Annual.
VASE LIFE:
7-10 days.
STORAGE TEMPERATURE:
40-50°F (4-10°C) Zinnias are sensitive to cold damage.
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.
My Notes
Your Packets 9
| Cultivar | Company | DTM | Organic | Amount Left | Expires | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| County Fair Blend | — | — | — | — | OK | ||
| Pink Senorita ▾ | Baker Creek | 75 | 20 seeds | 2027 | OK | ||
| Queen Lime ▾ | Baker Creek | 80 | 25 Five seeds | 2027 | OK | ||
| Takiis Choice Mix | — | — | — | — | OK | ||
| Yellow | — | — | — | — | OK | ||
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|
Benary's Giant Mix ▾ | Johnny's | 75-90 days | 20 seeds | 2025 | Expired | |
|
Giant Coral | High Mowing | — | Yes | 1/32nd ounce | 2022 | Expired |
|
Giant Purple | High Mowing | — | Yes | 2/32nd ounce | 2022 | Expired |
|
Red Scarlet | High Mowing | — | Yes | 1/32nd ounce | 2023 | Expired |