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| Botanical Name |
Zinnia elegans |
| Seeds Per Pack |
50 |
| Life Cycle |
Annual |
| Min. Time to Germinate |
2 Days |
| Max. Time to Germinate |
7 Days |
| Depth to Sow Seeds |
1/4 in. |
| When to Sow |
Indoors 4-6 weeks before last spring frost |
| Growing Height |
24-36 in. (60-90 cm) |
| Plant Spacing |
9-12 in. (22-30 cm) |
| Hardiness |
N/A |
| Sun Exposure |
Full Sun, Sun to Partial Shade |
| Danger |
N/A |
| Bloom Color |
Bright Yellow, Coral/Apricot, Fuchsia (Red-Purple), Orange, Pale Pink, Pink, Purple, Red |
| Bloom Time |
Late Summer/Early Fall, Mid-Summer |
| Foliage |
Herbaceous |
| Other Details |
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater, Flowers are good for cutting, This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds |
| Soil pH Requirements |
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic), 6.6 to 7.5 (neutral), 7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline) |
| Propagation Methods |
From seed; direct sow after last frost, From seed; sow indoors before last frost |
| Seed Collecting |
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds, Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry |
The Candy Mix Zinnia is a playful, vibrant blend of scabiosa-type blooms in cheerful shades of scarlet, raspberry, rose, salmon, tangerine, gold, cream, and white. These 2- to 3-inch-wide flowers resemble miniature gerbera daisies or double-flowered echinaceas, featuring a dense pompon of short petals surrounded by a delicate skirt of longer, daisy-like petals. With a higher percentage of double flowers, this improved mix ensures a stunning display of texture and color all summer long. Butterflies flock to the bright, sturdy blooms, making this variety a must-have for pollinator-friendly gardens and cutting gardens alike.
Growing to 20-24 inches tall, Candy Mix Zinnias are well-branched and long-blooming, producing an abundance of cut-worthy stems with excellent disease resistance. This "cut-and-come-again" annual continuously sets new buds as spent flowers are removed, guaranteeing a steady stream of fresh blooms from summer through fall. In hot climates, expect more single flowers early in the season and an increase in scabiosa-type doubles as temperatures cool. For best results, plant in full sun with well-drained, moderately moist soil. Whether for borders, bouquets, or butterfly gardens, Candy Mix Zinnia is an easy-to-grow, show-stopping addition to any summer landscape
