Zinnia elegans Giant Double Mixed

Half-hardy Annual

• Flowers in : Summer
• Germination : Experience Useful
• Aftercare : Easy
• Ideal for : Bedding, Borders, Cut Flowers
• Height : 24 inches

Description

Large double flowers and long rigid stems which make them ideal for cutting. The symmetrical form of each flower makes it a thing of beauty in itself. A good blend of the best colours with giant 11cm (4½in) blooms .

Sowing Instructions

Sow in trays, pots, etc of good seed compost in a propagator or warm place to maintain an optimum temperature of 75-80F (25-27C). Sowing Depth: 1/16 inch (1.5mm). Sowing Time: March-May. Sow seeds individually in 3in (7.5cm) pots of free draining compost as they do not transplant well. It is important to keep the soil temperature uniformly warm and do not allow the compost to become over wet.

Growing Instructions

Harden off and plant out when all risk of frost has passed 30cm (12in) apart. Prefers a rich, light, well drained soil in full sun.

Aftercare

Prefers a rich, well drained soil in full sun.