Zinnia, Moulin Rouge ~ 90 seeds
- Sun Preference
- Full-Sun
- Bloom Time
- Summer, Fall
Description
Zinnia elegans
Annual
Summer/Fall bloom
Frost tender
A butterfly, bee, & hummingbird favorite!
Renee's own sizzling hot blend of cutting zinnias in bright scarlet, rich true crimson and deep dark red, all knockout red shades that enhance and augment each other for gorgeous bright garden color and absolutely stunning centerpiece bouquets. You will love the fully double, big flowers that bloom strongly on vigorous, branching 3 to 3 1/2 foot tall plants. These stunning and long-lasting red flowers are guaranteed to attract native pollinators, butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden.
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Details
Cold Winters: May – June
Mild Winters: April – May
Sun/Shade: Full sun
Sow Seeds: 2 – 3 inches apart, 1/2 inch deep
Days To Germinate: 7 – 10 days
Mature Height: 3 – 3 1/2 feet
EASY TO START DIRECTLY IN THE GARDEN
Sow seeds in well-worked soil in full sun when danger of frost is past and weather is warm and above 50°F (10°C) both day and night. Space seeds 2 to 3 inches apart in rows 12 inches apart, cover about 1/2 inch deep and gently firm soil. Keep soil evenly moist while awaiting germination.
TO START EARLY INDOORS
Four weeks before last frost date, sow seeds 1/2 inch deep and 3 inches apart in a container of seed starting mix. Keep warm and moist and provide a strong light source until seedlings are ready to plant outside when temperatures rise above 50°F (10°C) day and night.
THIN OR TRANSPLANT
Space seedlings 8 to12 inches apart when large enough to handle so plants have good air circulation and enough elbow room to grow and bloom freely.
GROWING NOTES
Zinnias grow readily in ordinary garden soil in full sun. For large and abundant flowers, thin before seedlings get crowded; adequate spacing and regular, even watering help keep zinnias productive and discourages mildew. Pick when flower blossoms first open and petals are tight for longest vase life. Cut long stems well back into the plant to keep plants branching low and producing best blooms for summer long bouquets.
More Information
| Brand | Renee's Garden |
|---|---|
| Seed Packet Type | Flowers |
| Common Family Name | Zinnia |
| Sun Preference | Full-Sun |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Bloom Time | Summer, Fall |
| Plant Life Cycle | Annual |
| Mature Height (Range) | 37" - 48" |
| Spacing in Row | 2-3" thin/transplant 8-12" |
| Planting Depth | 1/2" |
| Days to Germination | 7-10 days |