Description
Zinnia haageana
This vibrant old fashioned mix includes a wide range of miniature blooms in shades of orange, gold, mahogany and many unique bicolors. While plants are compact in size, they are easy to grow and churn out an abundant amount of stems for cutting from midsummer to early autumn. These reliable bloomers are a great addition to the cutting garden and front of the flower border.
Details
Plant Type: Annual
Height: 18-24”
Site: Full Sun
Days to Maturity: 75-90 days
Plant Spacing: 9-12”
Pinch: When 12” tall
Approx Seeds per Packet: 100
How to Grow
Start seed indoors in trays 4-6 weeks before last frost; transplant out after all danger of frost has passed. Zinnias can also be direct seeded once weather has warmed.
Harvesting/Vase Life
Grab the stem about 8” down from the flower and gently shake the stem. If the stem is droopy or bends much at all, it is not quite ready to cut. If the stem is stiff and remains erect, it is ready to harvest. If floral preservative is added to the water, zinnias should last 7-10 days in the vase.
