ZINNIA DESCRIPTION
Zinnia Tall Double is an annual flower that comes in a
variety of colors and is popular among gardeners as well as pollinators. Zinnia
is a very easy-to-grow and fast-blooming flower and is the primary choice for
beginners to grow.
Zinnia Double Mix can tolerate low
temperatures but cannot grow in frost. The flower comes in different colors,
shapes, and sizes some look like dahlias and some have daisy-like flowerheads.
You can easily grow zinnia in your home garden, terrace garden, or balcony. It
creates an awesome look for your garden and is also a favorite of butterflies.
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About
this item
- Number of Zinnia Tall Double mixed Seeds: 50 Seeds
- Where to grow: Balcony or terrace garden
- Growing season: Summer and Winter
- Sowing method: Direct or Seedling transplant
- Germination temperature: 21-26°C
- Germination Time: 4 to 10 days from sowing
- Blooming Time: 45-70 days (Late spring to frost)
What
size grow bag is best for Zinnia?
Zinnia
Growing Season In India
Zinnias prefer warm climates and can
grow in any season but spring, summer, and winter are the perfect times to sow
zinnia seeds. You can plant zinnias when the weather is warm, from February to
April or August to December.
How
To Grow Tall Zinnia From Seeds
Beautiful zinnia is a very easy and
fast-growing flowering plant, you can sow the seeds directly as it does not
like to be transplanted. If you are sowing zinnias indoors for transplant in
the garden, transplant carefully without damaging the root. Sow zinnia seeds
when the soil temperature is around 21-26°C. The best size of the pots or grow bags for
planting zinnias is 9 to 15 inches wide and deep.
Zinnia
Tall Double Mix Seeds Sowing Method
Take a pot, fill it with potting mix, and
sow the zinnia seeds in the soil at a depth of about ¼ inch. You can also make
your own potting mix by mixing 20% cocopeat,
30% vermicompost, 30% garden soil, and 20% sand. Sow the seeds in pots about
5-8 inches apart. Water the potting soil gently through a watering can and keep
the soil moist until germination. Zinnia seeds germinate quickly, in about 4-10
days (depending on climate and growing conditions).
Tips – If you are transplanting zinnias, place the pot in partial
sunlight for a few days after transplanting to protect the seedling from
transplant shock. After 3 days, keep the pot in full sunlight.
Best
Fertilizer For Zinnia
- Add Phosphorus-rich
fertilizer once a month during the
blooming season (summer to frost) to encourage more flowers. Always dilute
fertilizers with water then apply.
- You can also add cow manure
or vermicompost during the zinnia growing season.
Zinnia
Plant Care Tips
Soil – Use fertile, organic matter and well-draining soil to plant
zinnias. A soil pH of around 5.5 to 7.5 is ideal for growing zinnias.
Water – The water requirement of zinnia is low when mature but it
needs proper watering before maturity. You can water 1 inch per week and keep
the soil moist as consistent moisture is the key to successful zinnia growth.
Sunlight – Zinnias thrive in full sunlight and may not grow well in
shade. Daily 6-8 hours of sunlight is good for zinnia.
Temperature – The minimum day temperature for growing Zinnia is 16°C and
the optimum temperature for growing zinnia ranges from 23-28°C.
Common pests and diseases – Pests such as spider mites and caterpillars attack the
zinnia plant, and diseases such as powdery mildew and bacterial wilt affect the
plant. These diseases develop when the leaves are wet and the plants do not get
a proper space. You can use neem oil to
protect your zinnia plants from insects.
Deadheading – Removing or deadheading spent flowers is very important for
a zinnia’s healthy growth. Deadhead encourages more blooms and gives room for
new blooms. In addition, it is important to regularly remove any infected or
dry parts of the petunia plant for better growth.
Zinnia
Blooming Time
- Zinnia is a fast-blooming flower plant. It blooms from
late spring to frost. Usually, it takes 45-70 days for seeds to flower.
- This is a very popular and beautiful flower that you
can cut and decorate in a vase when all the petals are open, it lasts up
to 10 days easily.
Zinnia
Special Features
- Common name – Zinnia
- Scientific name – Zinnia
- Height – 6 to 36 inches
- Level of growing – Easy
FAQ
Why
is my zinnia dying?
Zinnia dies due to lack of water,
when the plants get less water they begin to wither and then die. So keep the
soil of your zinnia plants moist and check that they are not dry.
How
do you keep zinnias blooming?
To keep zinnias blooming they need
proper sunlight, water, and regular fertilizer and trimming.
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