Zinnia Heirloom Elegans Mixed Colors Non-GMO 100+ Fresh Seeds for 2024 Full Sun

Description: Add a splash of color to your garden with these Zinnia Elegans flower seeds! With a growth habit that is tall and fast-growing, these annual flowers will bloom in red, pink, white, yellow, and orange hues. They are perfect for outdoor planting in climates that vary, and will thrive in mushroom compost, clay, sandy and loamy soil, although Zinnia are very forgiving and can thrive in most soil types. These seeds are easy to cultivate with medium watering and full sun exposure, and feature open-pollinating capabilities for a natural and organic garden. With a planting time of six-12 weeks, these Zinnia Elegans flowers will add a touch of elegance and beauty to your yard or garden. WHEN TO PLANT ZINNIAS It’s recommended that you grow zinnia from seed right in the garden bed, as they do not like to be transplanted and do not often thrive. From seed, they will grow very quickly in the right conditions. Note: Zinnias can be started from seed indoors if you prefer—just transplant them while they’re young and do so carefully. Zinnias are sensitive to frost, so do not seed until the last frost has passed. See your local frost dates. Zinnias will grow in a minimum daytime temperature of about 60°F (16°C), though a range of 74–84°F (23–28°C) is preferred. Sow a round of seeds every week or so for several weeks to extend the flowering period. CHOOSING AND PREPARING A PLANTING SITE Choosing a location that gets full sun is essential. Good air circulation will help to prevent foliar diseases such as powdery mildew later in the season. Zinnias are adaptable to most soil conditions, but the ideal soil will be rich in organic matter and well-drained. Soil pH should be between 5.5 and 7.5. If soil is amended with compost, the flowers will grow more quickly. Learn more about soil amendments and preparing soil for planting. HOW TO PLANT ZINNIAS Space plants 4 to 24 inches apart, depending on variety. (Many common varieties are planted 6 inches apart within the row and 2 feet in between rows.) Sow zinnia seeds only about ¼-inch deep. You’ll see zinnia seedlings in only 4 to 7 days for most varieties, though it will be anywhere from several weeks to a couple months before blooms appear (depending on planting site and climate). When seedlings reach three inches tall, thin them so that they’re 6 to 18 inches apart to maximize air circulation. This reduces the chance of powdery mildew developing. HOW TO CARE FOR ZINNIAS Maintain moderate soil moisture and fertilize lightly to maximize growth and blooms. After zinnias flower, cut off the old flowers (a process called “deadheading”) to encourage more flowers to form. 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 on their own. Seeds will be sent in a standard envelope with a first class stamp so I can provide you with free delivery. Be sure to check out my other seed listings and get 20% off your entire seed purchase when you buy more! Thanks for looking!

Price: 2.69 USD

Location: Saint Cloud, Minnesota

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