Cactus Flower Mix zinnia (Zinnia elegans) carries shaggy 4-5 inch blooms on upright, branching plants 30-36 inches tall. Colors span almost the whole floral range except blue.
Cover lightly with soil. Sprouts arrive in 7-10 days at 75-85ºF soil. Space 8-12 inches apart in full sun and loose, rich, well-drained soil. Blooms open in 75-80 days. Pinch young plants for bushier growth and cut often to extend flowering.
Features
Shaggy cactus blooms
Many colors except blue
Good for beds and containers
Supports butterflies and beneficials
Light: Full sun, part shade in hot climates
Height: 30-36 inches
Spacing: 8-12 inches apart
Life cycle: Annual
Seed count: 50 seeds
Germination: 7-10 days
Sowing depth: Lightly cover
Indoor sowing: Start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost
Days to flower: 75-80 days
Outdoor sowing: After last frost when soil is over 70ºF
