Submitted by Donna Erno on June 19, 2019 - 8:45pm. Learn more about. Zinnia - Key Growing Information DAYS TO GERMINATION: 3-5 days at 80-85°F (27-29°C) SOWING: Transplant (recommended) - Sow into 72-cell flats 4 weeks before last frost. If you want a jump on the growing season for some early spring color, you can get around zinnia’s aversion to transplanting. Plus, everyone loves the bright colors of the zinnias. My zinnias were several ft. tall last year. The seeds are easy to handle, and the zinnia plants need minimal care. Once the soil is warmed enough for zinnias, you can plant the entire pot in the ground for an easy transition. Every year I sow zinnia seeds right into the mulch after my husband mulches. Here are six reasons to try them in your garden: Submitted by Sonali Mathur on January 27, 2021 - 6:52am, Submitted by Kat Snyder on January 22, 2021 - 12:43pm. Pat it down lightly and water them in. They do need and like sunshine! Zinnias need full sun and well-drained soil. I would like to have them similar to the flowers bought at a nursery. With broad blossoms, bright colors, and next to nothing to worry about ruining your tending efforts, zinnias are some of the easiest and most rewarding flowers to grow. Submitted by Janet Stooke on October 13, 2020 - 2:29pm. Must be the 20-year old "seasoned" manure my neighbor shared from her horses! Zinnias can be sown indoors from February to April, but can also be sown outside in May. Zinnia sprouts come up in just 7-10 days. Smaller zinnias are suitable for edging, windowboxes, or other containers. Early-morning sprinklers will wash away nectar that attracts the butterflies. But by the third year, the critters ate the sprouts as they came up. I just brush away a little mulch and sprinkle 4 or 5 zinnia seeds and then brush the mulch back over them. They’re said to … If soil is amended with compost, the flowers will grow more quickly. Submitted by Brenda on October 24, 2020 - 10:35am. Zinnias will grow in a Persian Carpet, also called Mexican zinnia or narrow-leaved zinnia, is a reliable choice for beds, borders, and containers. From seed, they will grow very quickly in the right conditions. Resistant to pests, happy in most soils, and prolific bloomers, zinnias are very nearly “set it and forget it” plants. Thanks, Submitted by The Editors on June 23, 2020 - 9:22am. Can zinnia seeds to started indoors in late winter so that they are ready to bloom when planted in the garden in late May? Butterflies love these! Zinnias are easy to grow directly-seeded into the garden. By using The Spruce, you accept our, Zinnias - A Burst of Hot Flower Colors from Zinnias, Common Mistakes Made While Growing Seeds Indoors. Learn about more. This year, I have had to plant a "brand new" generation of zinnias. See your local frost dates. So the answer is it all depends on location. They thrived. Let the seed pods dry until they are brown and crunchy. Zinnias do not form significantly large root “balls,” but each plant does need a bit of space. Zinnia flowers can create a massive burst of color in your garden, so consider trying them this year! Use the 3"–4" wide, edible blooms to decorate platters of homegrown tomatoes or watermelon! Once the Zinnia seedlings are about 3 inches tall, it would help their growth to thin them to 6 inches apart. If you are looking for a flower that gives a punch of color, the zinnia is a great choice. According to those growing Mexican zinnias, these plants get 12 to 18 inches (30 to 46 cm.) Once they sprout, thin them carefully to encourage the strongest to thrive. The easiest way to start zinnias is to plant them directly in their final beds outdoors. Check your local frost dates. Space plants anywhere from a few inches to a few feet apart, depending on the variety. Bounced back two years in a row. Seed Saving Instructions. You can look local frost dates up online. Submitted by The Editors on September 8, 2020 - 3:14pm. For best results grow zinnias in well-drained soil in a sunny, sheltered spot. If you don't deadhead your zinnia plants in late fall, the zinnias may disburse their seeds and regrow new plants the next spring. Space plants 4 to 24 inches apart, depending on variety. Cover seeds. Considering the height, color, and shape combinations, there are dozens and dozens of zinnia varieties to choose from. The most popular zinnia species is Zinnia elegans, which has been bred to produce a great number of unique varieties. I absolutely love the variety of colors and all the butterflies that visited. Plant the seeds only about ¼” – ½” deep and you should see seedlings sprout in four to seven days. Heirloom. That being the case, can I grow zinnias in a more shaded area? There’s an easy solution, of course: buy enough seeds to start both indoors and out. Seeds are ready to harvest when the blooms begin to turn brown and dry. You still have a choice between starting zinnia seeds indoors or sowing seeds directly outdoors. You can certainly try it but bear in mind that (as noted above) these plants are not always happy to be transplanted. Received a packet of Zinnia seed, Pompom, as a gift and planted them in a large tub about a week ago, they are sprouting already, in full sun and we have had some rain. They can be planted in the spring throughout Florida and also in the fall in South Florida. A packet of zinnia seeds will provide months of colorful blooms from spring till frost. If you want full, bushy zinnia plants, pinch the top of the stems off of young plants. Still, there are lots of options when deciding which zinnias to plant. Should I try and transplant them or just thin them out? Save the seeds in a sealed bag or container and place in a dry, cool place until the following year. Sow two or three seeds 2in (5cm) apart at 12in (30cm) spacing. And, as with most plants, avoid spraying the foliage and flowers as much as possible and not at all during the heat of the day. There’s really a zinnia for every garden! Introducing "One Thing": A New Video Series, Burpee ‘Rose Giant Cactus’--with a vintage feel and full, pointed petals, ‘Will Rogers’--with shocking red, large blooms. Submitted by R..V. on July 24, 2020 - 2:54pm. How to Plant, Grow, and Care for Zinnia Flowers. Plant after the last frost date and be sure to give them space; crowding encourages disease. Cut the stems above leave or bud nodes and the stems will keep growing and producing new blooms. Submitted by The Editors on October 14, 2020 - 4:11pm. In Phoenix we could see them bloom in fall..it seems only one month of actual winter most years..January. They provide loads of flowers from early summer through fall that last well in the vase. The height of the plant varieties varies from 4 inches to 40 inches depending on the variety. All you have to do to plant them is sprinkle the seeds on the ground and throw a little soil over them. Submitted by Janis on July 3, 2019 - 9:11am. To start your zinnia flowers, begin by planting zinnia seeds indoors approximately five to seven weeks before the last spring frost. You could also try to transplant some that you are thinning out. Sow zinnia seeds indoors 4 to 6 weeks before the predicted date of the last frost. If sowing in trays or modules, make sure you use free … If you have purchased zinnias from a local nursery and … Seeds from open-pollinated plants, though, will grow true to the parent plant, so it makes sense to harvest those seeds. Start zinnia seeds indoors or in the garden. Cut flower off of plant. Zinnias are annuals and will die with the first hard frost of fall. If you want a jump on the growing season for some early spring color, you can get around zinnia’s aversion to transplanting. Fill small pots with fine textured potting soil. Zinnias are sensitive to frost, so do not seed until the last frost has passed. The small, narrow-leaf zinnias work well in hanging baskets and make for nice dried flowers, too. Submitted by Geri Reski on May 16, 2020 - 8:49am. For sooner blooms, start seeds indoors 4 to 6 weeks before your last frost date. Zinnias like well-fed soil, so some compost worked into the ground early in the season will give the soil an edge before it’s time to get the zinnia seeds or plants in the ground. As a quick, easy annual, you can tuck zinnias around other plants or make a full zinnia patch. Zinnias come in a range of shape types, including varieties that resemble daisies or dahlias, tight blossoms in beehive shapes, small button blooms, and large floppy blossoms. tall. Submitted by The Editors on February 22, 2019 - 3:37pm. PLANTING ZINNIA SEEDS When to plant: As long as there is no further threat of frost, zinnias can be planted any time through the end of June. They have bright, solitary, daisy-like flowerheads on a single, erect stem, which makes them great for use as a cutting flower or as food for butterflies. My first time with zinnias from seed this year...I have plants over 5' tall. In fact, the most difficult part is in waiting for the flowers to dry out! They would do better in a container on a porch or balcony. If you want them to reseed, let the last flowers of the season mature fully and scatter their seeds. Heavy humidity might be your only obstacle to constant zinnias all summer long. Submitted by Billye Anderson on July 29, 2019 - 4:17pm. Ugh!!!! BONUS: You’ll also receive our Almanac Companion newsletter! Zinnias are best started directly outdoors in locations where spring warms up early. Cut the pods from the flower stalk and break open the pods to harvest the seeds. I have Zinnias in my yard and would like save seeds for next year. The Spruce uses cookies to provide you with a great user experience. Submitted by The Editors on August 9, 2019 - 9:31am. Turn over the soil in the area you want to plant your zinnias and work in 2 or 3 inches of compost or peat moss to help improve soil fertility and drainage. I kept the bed moist and soon the zinnias started coming up. Zinnias generally take 60 to 70 days from seed to flower (though it depends on conditions and variety). Zinnias require a lot of sun to thrive. Otherwise, they will likely become spindly and not bloom well. Submitted by The Editors on June 3, 2020 - 3:28pm. Each individual flower lasts a very long time on the plant, and in the vase. Once they’re in bloom you can expect a profuse display of summer colour up until the first autumn frosts. There are three main kinds of zinnia flowers: single, semidouble, or double. Keep water to about an inch a week, from all sources. I bought several packs of cut and come zinnias in the Spring of 2019 but wasn't able to plant them that year as we were under construction for a new pool. Submitted by Pat on April 11, 2019 - 8:58pm, Zinnias my be an annual but mine have come back yr after yr, the flower heads can dry an drop which will germinate for the next yr, Submitted by Trude on May 22, 2019 - 7:01am. Unfortunately, they also dislike being transplanted. Start seeds in potting soil and peat pots about a month before the last frost. Zinnias will grow in a minimum daytime temperature of about 60°F (16°C), though a range of 74–84°F (23–28°C) is preferred. That said, I have eaten some of the leaves but am hesitant to go "all in" on eating them because no one has given "approval" of that. Give enough space so that air can flow around the mature flowers, preventing disease. In my zone, we plant zinnias after April 15. apart to give them ample room to develop. Angela England is the author of "Backyard Farming on an Acre (More or Less)," and edits the online publication Blissfully Domestic. This was my first year growing Zinnias, what an amazing flower. Seal the container and store it in the back of your refrigerator. Submitted by Harris Davis on August 8, 2019 - 3:06pm. Zinnias are sensitive to frost, so do not seed until the last frost has passed. Submitted by Aicel on August 30, 2019 - 6:36pm. For the past 5 years I have saved the end of the seasons zinnia seeds to be re-planted the next year. Submitted by The Editors on September 14, 2020 - 4:02pm. Zinnias are a pure garden pleasure! This year, the seedlings were not spouting as I suspect I waited way too long to retrieve their seeds. We can not find much about eating the entire (above ground) plant. Learn tips for creating your most beautiful (and bountiful) garden ever. Sow seeds ¼–inch deep. Since it’s so easy to collect seeds from zinnia plants, try sticking with heirloom varieties that will produce reliable replicas year after year. This is called self-seeding, and encouraging it can save you money. Hi, I've read on lots of pages online that zinnia flowers are edible but none have mentioned anything about the leaves and stalks. I also want to collect the seeds at the end of the season. Still not sold on zinnias? Submitted by Debbie Lawson on November 27, 2020 - 2:55pm. Hi Joanne, The seeds are contained in the very center. In the Phoenix area, zinnias will bloom all the way through October. Maintain moderate soil moisture and fertilize lightly to maximize growth and blooms. Thinning simply means to remove some of the plants so that the ones you leave behind will grow bigger and better as they have more room to grow, and can get more nutrients from the soil as there are fewer flowers to compete with. I live in Arizona where those temperatures in summer are very hot. Zinnias do best in full sun, so gather your collection of zinnia seeds, choose your space(s), and get ready to start your spring zinnias. I never divide or thin the sprouts when they start coming up and they do just fine. I was successful two years in a row with sowing Zinnia seeds directly into the ground. Zinnias are annuals, native to Mexico belonging to the daisy family. Planting: Plant zinnias in spring after all danger of frost has passed, around the same time you'd plant tomatoes. Submitted by Anita Griggs on February 21, 2019 - 7:45pm. (Many common varieties are planted 6 inches apart within the row and 2 feet in between rows.) They are taller than me and I am 5'3", and they're still full of blooms and it's the end of October. To save zinnia seeds, wait until the flower is completely shriveled and dry. I live in an area where the summers can get to 117°. Moisture is important in early weeks, but make sure it doesn’t get soggy. It’s super easy to save seeds from the spent flowers for next year too. They aren't bad at all and I'd love to make salads based on the leaf and garnish with flower petals. As a full sunflower that likes warm weather, zinnias need the air and soil to be warmed to the 70s F to germinate and begin to thrive. Submitted by Jacob on June 22, 2020 - 8:49am, Can you keep zinnias indoors their entire lives? This year, I will be awaiting something new! Classic, splashy, big, summer flowers, zinnias are a mainstay of many summer gardens. I think I will harvest the seeds from these giants and try them in the mulch next Spring. Custom programming and server maintenance by, https://www.extension.uidaho.edu/publishing/pdf/. Too much water, on the other hand, will risk one of the only diseases zinnias are susceptible to mildew. Sure, try it. Start s… The distinction between these forms comes from the number of rows of petals and whether or not the center of the flower is visible: In addition to these forms, zinnia flowers come in a number of shapes, including “beehive,” “button,” and “cactus.” The plants themselves also come in different heights: taller varieties are best for the background of a garden bed, while shorter varieties work well along a border. To save the seeds at the end of the season, wait until the flowers finish blooming and then leave them there for the seed pods to develop. Planting and Care. Does garden soil need tilled and everything pulled up? Also keep in mind that nurseries produce seedlings under highly controlled conditions/environments; it’s not easy to get the same effects or outcome at home. Once the soil is warmed enough for zinnias, you can plant the … https://apps.extension.umn.edu/garden/diagnose/plant/annualperennial/zin... It’s recommended that you grow zinnia from seed right in the garden bed, as they do not like to be transplanted and do not often thrive. For heirloom varieties, let one or two go-to seed and be sure to collect them for next year. Zinnias … The seed of these plants will be attached to the shriveled petals. Plant Mexican zinnia seeds during the springtime in warm regions. It’s said that zinnias symbolize thoughts of absent friends. This reduces the chance of powdery mildew developing. 1. It’s hard to pinpoint a real challenge to growing zinnias. Place the envelopes in a glass jar or air tight plastic container. I started zinnia seed in a rotisserie chicken container (like a little greenhouse), then moved the “mat” of dirt to my flower bed when the plants were 2-3” tall. You’ll want to plant them about 12 inches (30 cm.) This rotation has gone on successfully for the past FOUR years!! 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