Zinnia Zahara Double Fire Flower Seeds AAS Winner

Zinnia Seeds - Fire

50 Seeds
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4.99
100 Seeds
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8.99

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

14 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Spring through fall

BLOOM COLOR

Orange

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 6.0 - 6.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

AAS WINNER

2010

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

20 - 24 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Summer and fall

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 6.0 - 6.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

30 - 40 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Late spring to early fall

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 6.0 - 6.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

HOUSE PLANT

No

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

12 - 18 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Spring through summer

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 6.0 - 6.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

12 - 14 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Spring through summer

BLOOM COLOR

White

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 6.0 - 6.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

AAS WINNER

2010

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

12 - 18 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Spring through summer

BLOOM COLOR

Orange

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 6.0 - 6.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

18 - 24 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Spring through fall

BLOOM COLOR

Yellow

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 6.0 - 6.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

SEASON

Annual

USDA ZONES

3 - 10

HEIGHT

18 - 24 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Summer to Fall

BLOOM COLOR

Mix

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, pH 6.0 - 6.5

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

About...

 (Zinnia Marylandica Zahara Double Fire) - These zinnia plants grow 16 - 20 inches tall and 16 - 20 inches wide.  Carefree summer-long performance shows off lots of strong, high impact fiery color in fully double blooms.

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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

75F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 14 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

Cover seed lightly 1/16 - 1/8th inch

SOWING RATE

2 - 4 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep soil slightly moist but not wet until germination

PLANT SPACING

8 - 10 inches

Our Zinnia seeds (Zinnia Marylandica Zahara Double Fire), an All-America Selections (AAS) Winner, showcases stunning double-layered red blooms up to 18 inches tall, providing high-impact color throughout the season. Perfect for USDA Zones 3-10, this heat- and drought-tolerant variety thrives in diverse conditions, making it a versatile choice for garden beds, borders, or containers. Easy to establish and highly attractive to pollinators, this compact zinnia offers reliable beauty for gardeners seeking low-maintenance, high-impact blooms.
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Versatile Growth Habit
Our Zinnia Zahara Double Fire seeds produce flowers that thrive in a range of climates and soil types, making them ideal for garden beds, borders, or containers. Perfect for sunny spots, these resilient zinnias add bold color and lasting beauty to any garden setting throughout the season.
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Compact and Bushy
Our Zinnia Zahara Double Fire is perfect for cut flower arrangements with lasting beauty and sturdy stems. Ideal for vibrant bouquets, these zinnias offer excellent vase life, adding bold color to both formal and casual floral displays, making them a versatile choice for any bouquet.
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Great Cut Flowers
Our Zinnia Zahara Double Fire features rich red double blooms that are ideal for cut flower arrangements, offering vibrant color and excellent vase life on sturdy stems. These zinnias bring bold beauty to both formal and casual displays, making them a versatile addition to any bouquet or floral arrangement.
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High Impact Fiery Blooms
Our Zinnia Zahara Double Fire offers blooms that bring vibrant impact to sunny beds, borders, or containers. Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, these fiery flowers provide season-long color and a South of the Border charm, attracting pollinators and enhancing any garden with minimal effort.
As an All-America Selections (AAS) Winner, our Zinnia Zahara Double Fire has been recognized for its exceptional performance, standing out among the highest-rated varieties. This AAS Winner has fully double large brilliant orange fade-resistant flowers that bloom abundantly from early summer into fall. This designation highlights its ability to thrive across diverse conditions and produce vibrant, abundant blooms in multiple settings. The award reflects the zinnia’s resilience, making it an excellent choice for gardeners seeking reliable, show-stopping flowers in their landscapes.
Our Zinnia Zahara Double Fire annual flower seeds are low-maintenance beauty with high-impact results. Known for vibrant blooms that stand out in any garden, these zinnias are heat and drought tolerant, making them ideal for tough climates and USDA Zones 3-10. Additionally, they attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, enriching your garden with natural activity. Zahara Double Fire zinnias are perfect for those who want striking, resilient flowers without the fuss, adding enduring color and life to outdoor spaces all season long.
Establishing our Zinnia Zahara Double Fire in your garden is simple. Sow 2-4 seeds per plant, covering them lightly at a depth of 1/16 to 1/8 inch. Plant after the last frost when soil temperatures are at least 65°F (18°C) for best results. Once seedlings develop 2-3 true leaves, thin them to the strongest plant per foot to promote optimal growth. This straightforward planting process ensures robust blooms, bringing bold color and pollinator-friendly appeal to your garden.

Zinnia (Zinnia Marylandica Zahara Double Fire) - These zinnia plants grow 14 inches tall and 16 - 20 inches wide.  Carefree summer-long performance shows off lots of strong, high impact fiery color in fully double blooms.  These low maintenance zinnias attract butteflies and are heat and drought tolerant.  Award winning performance and durability in landscapes and containers, especially in sunny, hot, dry locations.

Zinnias are one of the easiest annuals to grow, and attract butterflies to the garden. They make an excellent cut flower as the more you cut, the more flowers you get! They thrive in the sun and heat of summer, only asking for well-drained soil. When cutting the blooms for the vase it is best to trim off all the foliage; unlike the blooms, the foliage does not age well.

2010 AAS Bedding Plant Winner. This AAS Winner has fully double large brilliant orange fade-resistant flowers that bloom abundantly from early summer into fall. Proven leaf spot and mildew resistance and excellent plant vigor provide reliable season-long performance. Compact bushy plants with fresh green foliage need little garden maintenance. Mature plants about 14 inches tall have stems long enough for mini bouquets. Performs best in full sun and thrives in the summer heat. Double Zahara Fire is also the recipient of the Fleuroselect Gold Medal award for performance in European trials.

Common Questions

Q

How do I condition my cut zinnia flowers?

A

Bring a bucket of water with you to the garden when you cut your flowers and put them in the water as soon as you cut them. This will allow them to take up water through the freshly cut stem. Cut on an angle to give more surface area for the water to be taken up. Keep them out of the direct sun.

Q

Do I need to stake my zinnias?

A

Taller varieties may benefit from staking, especially if they are in a windy area.

Q

Why are my zinnias tall and thin with much smaller flowers than expected?

A

If zinnias are planted too closely, they will produce tall plants and much smaller flowers. Always follow the recommended spacing on the planting instructions.

Q

Can I encourage more blooms on my zinnia plants?

A

Yes, first you will need to ensure your plants are in a full sun area to get a good bloom season from your plants. You can pinch the main growth of young plants when they are about 12 inches tall to encourage more branching which will increase your number of blooms. Also, deadhead your spent blooms throughout summer to encourage a longer bloom season.

Q

Will flowers attract any pollinators to my garden?

A

Yes, butterflies and hummingbirds enjoy these flowers.

Q

Will deer eat my flowers?

A

No, deer tend to avoid these plants.

Q

Can I grow in containers?

A

Yes, these flowers can do well in a container.

Q

What are some good companion plants for zinnia?

A

Zinnia plants can be complimented with marigolds, cosmos, nasturtiums, salvia, ageratum. Cleome, dahlia, verbena or sunflowers just to name a few.

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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

75F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

Cover seed lightly with peat moss

SOWING RATE

2 - 4 seeds per plant or approximately 9 lbs per acre

MOISTURE

Keep soil slightly moist but not wet until germination

PLANT SPACING

12 inches

Brighten your garden with Outsidepride's Zinnia Elegans Lilliput Mix, a hardy annual that thrives in USDA Zones 3-10. These zinnias reach 18-24 inches tall and produce compact, ball-shaped flowers that bloom all summer. Perfect for containers, borders, and cutting gardens, they attract pollinators like butterflies and bees. With a germination time of 7-21 days at 75°F, these seeds grow best in full sun and well-drained soil, adding vibrant, lasting color to outdoor spaces.
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Long Blossom
Our zinnias offer a season-long floral display that fills your garden with vibrant hues. Our zinnia seed is a great choice for outdoor planting, providing enduring blooms perfect for cutting gardens. A great addition alongside giant zinnia seeds, they create a vivid, lively atmosphere that enhances garden spaces.
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Ball-Shaped Flowers
Zinnia Elegans Lilliput Mix showcases charming, compact, ball-shaped blooms. Ideal for those who love distinct flowers, they bring texture to gardens. A popular choice among heirloom seed fans, they offer reliable growth and eye-catching form for decorative garden displays.
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Great Container Plant
Lilliput Mix thrives in containers, bringing bright color to patios and porches. Compact zinnia seeds create easy-to-care-for displays in small spaces, ensuring continuous blooms. Perfect for limited areas, they flourish as annual flower seeds for planting outdoors, giving even the smallest spaces a floral boost.
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Pollinator Attractant
Our Lilliput Mix invites butterflies and bees with its vibrant hues. These zinnia seeds serve as a colorful pollinator attractant, fostering biodiversity and adding lively energy to any garden. They create a buzz-worthy display, supporting an active, flourishing outdoor ecosystem.
Lilliput Zinnias bring a vibrant array of colors, making them an ideal choice for container gardening or brightening up the front of garden borders. Their compact size suits small spaces, while their need for full sun and well-draining soil ensures healthy growth and vivid blooms. Perfect for creating eye-catching displays, these zinnias add lively hues that flourish in various settings, transforming your garden into a colorful, inviting space.
Our Zinnia Elegans Lilliput Mix seeds brighten any garden with compact yet colorful blooms that last all summer. These hardy annuals germinate quickly, adding a lively splash of color that thrives in sunny outdoor spaces. Perfect for small gardens, containers, and borders, these zinnias bring big impact with their vibrant hues, providing a constant, eye-catching display from the start of the season through its end. Ideal for creating a lively, cheerful atmosphere with minimal effort.
To successfully grow Lilliput Zinnias, maintain a temperature of 75°F and lightly cover seeds with peat moss, planting 2-4 seeds per spot at 12-inch intervals. Germination typically occurs in 7-21 days. Zinnias do not require light for germination but need soil kept slightly moist, not wet, until sprouting. This planting guide ensures optimal growth, allowing your zinnia seeds to thrive and bring vivid color to your garden spaces all season long.

Zinnia (Zinnia Elegans Lilliput Mix) - Perfect for the front yard flower border, grow this semi-dwarf variety from Zinnia seeds. Zinnias are hardy plants that will do well in all types of weather. This Lilliput Zinnia mix has shades of pink, yellow, white and red, and these flowers will blossom 6 - 8 weeks after sowing the flower seeds. This shorter growing variety features a wide range of brilliant colors and double 1 inch round pompon-like blooms. Lilliput Zinnias are the perfect size for container plantings or grow them in the front of the flower border. They prefer full sun and soil that does not hold water. Hummingbirds love them, but thankfully, deer do not bother them!

Common Questions

Q

How do I condition my cut zinnia flowers?

A

Bring a bucket of water with you to the garden when you cut your flowers and put them in the water as soon as you cut them. This will allow them to take up water through the freshly cut stem. Cut on an angle to give more surface area for the water to be taken up. Keep them out of the direct sun.

Q

Do I need to stake my zinnias?

A

Taller varieties may benefit from staking, especially if they are in a windy area.

Q

Why are my zinnias tall and thin with much smaller flowers than expected?

A

If zinnias are planted too closely, they will produce tall plants and much smaller flowers. Always follow the recommended spacing on the planting instructions.

Q

Can I encourage more blooms on my zinnia plants?

A

Yes, first you will need to ensure your plants are in a full sun area to get a good bloom season from your plants. You can pinch the main growth of young plants when they are about 12 inches tall to encourage more branching which will increase your number of blooms. Also, deadhead your spent blooms throughout summer to encourage a longer bloom season.

Q

Will flowers attract any pollinators to my garden?

A

Yes, butterflies and hummingbirds enjoy these flowers.

Q

Will deer eat my flowers?

A

No, deer tend to avoid these plants.

Q

Can I grow in containers?

A

Yes, these flowers can do well in a container.

Q

What are some good companion plants for zinnia?

A

Zinnia plants can be complimented with marigolds, cosmos, nasturtiums, salvia, ageratum. Cleome, dahlia, verbena or sunflowers just to name a few.

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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

75F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 14 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

Cover seed lightly with peat moss

SOWING RATE

2 - 4 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep soil slightly moist but not wet until germination

PLANT SPACING

18 - 20 inches

Outsidepride Zinnia Elegans Flower Mix seeds (Zinnia elegans) offer a vibrant blend of annual blooms suited for USDA zones 3–10, thriving in full sun and outdoor settings like garden beds, borders, and containers. These hardy zinnias bloom from late spring to fall, reaching 30–40 inches in height. The flowers attract beneficial pollinators, creating a healthier garden ecosystem with a continuous display of vivid colors and diverse forms. Available in convenient packaging sizes of 200, 400, 1,000, and 2,000 seeds, the Zinnia Elegans Mix provides ample options for gardeners to fill their spaces with season-long color and charm. Perfect for gardeners of all skill levels, these seeds offer easy growth, low maintenance, and an eye-catching addition to any outdoor area.
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Variety of Colors
Each Zinnia seed produces a spectacular range of colors, including bold reds, sunny yellows, vibrant pinks, and purples. These flower seeds for planting outdoors add a lively burst of color to garden beds, borders, and containers. With their rich hues, zinnias bring an eye-catching and cheerful display to any outdoor setting.
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Long Blooming Season
With our zinnia seeds, enjoy a season-long display of color from early summer to frost. These annual seeds ensure lasting vibrancy in gardens, delivering fresh blooms continuously. Ideal for low-maintenance gardeners, zinnias add color and charm all season with minimal effort.
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Diverse Flower Forms
Our Zinnia Elegans annual flower seeds offers a variety of forms, from large, showy blooms to delicate petals. This mix creates depth and visual appeal in flower beds or arrangements, offering unique textures that bring added dimension to outdoor spaces and arrangements.
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Easy to Grow
Zinnia Elegans seeds are ideal for all gardeners, thriving with little maintenance. Drought-tolerant and resilient, these seeds flourish in most settings with just sunlight and water. Zinnias offer consistent blooms, making them a beautiful and reliable choice for any garden.
Outsidepride Zinnia Seeds brings a vibrant assortment of colors with varieties like South of the Border, Berry Tart, Blueberry Cheesecake, and Merlot Mix. Each blend—from the fiery hues of Lava Lamp to the soft tones of Lemon Meringue—offers unique charm, creating a garden filled with endless color variety that stands out in any landscape. Perfect for adding a pop of color, these zinnias brighten up garden beds, borders, and flower arrangements with a delightful range of shades and styles.
The Zinnia Elegans Mix offers a delightful variety of blooms that stand 30–40 inches tall, with Art Deco reaching up to 36 inches. These vibrant flowers bloom from late spring through fall, filling gardens with color throughout the warmer months. With mixes like South of the Border, Merlot Mix, and Lemon Meringue, each blend provides a unique color palette, ensuring a stunning display that brings happiness to any outdoor space. Ideal for adding height and brightness to flower beds or borders, the Zinnia Elegans Mix is perfect for those seeking a garden full of diverse, long-lasting blooms.
Our Zinnia Elegans Flower Mix not only adds vibrant color to your garden but also attracts essential pollinators like bees and butterflies. These blooms create a welcoming environment, enhancing pollination and promoting a healthier, more productive garden. With their diverse shapes and colors, zinnias draw in beneficial insects, making them a beautiful and purposeful addition to your outdoor space.

Zinnia (Zinnia Elegans Lemon Meringue) - The Lemon Meringue Zinnia Mix is composed of our ‘Polar Bear’, ‘Canary Bird’, and ‘Envy’ Zinnia varieties, creating a frothy white, lemon yellow and lime green color combination. Zinnia varieties and is recommended for cut flower bouquets as well as beds and borders. These low maintenance zinnias attract butterflies and are heat and drought tolerant. Award winning performance and durability in landscapes and containers, especially in sunny, hot, dry locations. This mixture produces beautiful blooms of semi-double to double flowers on each stem.

Zinnias are one of the easiest annuals to grow, and attract butterflies to the garden. They make an excellent cut flower as the more you cut, the more flowers you get! They thrive in the sun and heat of summer, only asking for well-drained soil. When cutting the blooms for the vase it is best to trim off all the foliage; unlike the blooms, the foliage does not age well.

 

Common Questions

Q

How do I condition my cut zinnia flowers?

A

Bring a bucket of water with you to the garden when you cut your flowers and put them in the water as soon as you cut them. This will allow them to take up water through the freshly cut stem. Cut on an angle to give more surface area for the water to be taken up. Keep them out of the direct sun.

Q

Do I need to stake my zinnias?

A

Taller varieties may benefit from staking, especially if they are in a windy area.

Q

Why are my zinnias tall and thin with much smaller flowers than expected?

A

If zinnias are planted too closely, they will produce tall plants and much smaller flowers. Always follow the recommended spacing on the planting instructions.

Q

Can I encourage more blooms on my zinnia plants?

A

Yes, first you will need to ensure your plants are in a full sun area to get a good bloom season from your plants. You can pinch the main growth of young plants when they are about 12 inches tall to encourage more branching which will increase your number of blooms. Also, deadhead your spent blooms throughout summer to encourage a longer bloom season.

Q

Will flowers attract any pollinators to my garden?

A

Yes, butterflies and hummingbirds enjoy these flowers.

Q

Will deer eat my flowers?

A

No, deer tend to avoid these plants.

Q

Can I grow in containers?

A

Yes, these flowers can do well in a container.

Q

What are some good companion plants for zinnia?

A

Zinnia plants can be complimented with marigolds, cosmos, nasturtiums, salvia, ageratum. Cleome, dahlia, verbena or sunflowers just to name a few.

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VIDEOS

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

75F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 14 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

Cover seed lightly 1/16 - 1/8th inch

SOWING RATE

2 - 4 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep soil slightly moist but not wet until germination

PLANT SPACING

8 - 10 inches

Outsidepride zinnia seeds (Zinnia Marylandica Zahara Raspberry Lemonade Mix) thrive in full sun, providing vibrant colors from raspberry to lemonade hues. Perfect for planting outdoors, these annual flowers thrive in USDA zones 3-10 and reach a height of 12-18 inches. They attract pollinators like bees and butterflies while being drought tolerant and heat resistant. With vibrant colors ranging from raspberry to lemonade, these zinnias are ideal for flower beds or containers, making them a versatile choice for any garden space.
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Long Blossom Season
These zinnia seeds bloom from summer until the first frost, ensuring a long, vibrant display. Ideal for planting outdoors, they add color for months, making them perfect for annual flower seeds enthusiasts. Their extended bloom season also makes them a great choice for cut flower seed mix gardens.
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Heat & Drought Tolerant
Highly drought tolerant, these zinnias are built to withstand the heat. Perfect for summer gardens, these zinnia seeds for planting outdoors thrive in dry conditions, providing beauty without much water, and work well alongside other drought-tolerant flower seeds.
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Low Maintenance
Zinnias are low-maintenance plants, growing well in diverse soil types. These zinnia seeds require minimal attention once established, making them perfect for gardeners seeking easy-to-grow annual flowers plants live. Simply sow and watch them flourish throughout the season.
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Pollinator Attractant
Zinnias are excellent at attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies. Planting these zinnia seeds creates a haven for pollinators in your garden, blending beautifully with other annual flower seeds like dahlia seeds and cosmos seeds, supporting a lively ecosystem.
These vibrant zinnias attract bees and butterflies while being low maintenance and tolerant of drought and heat. Ideal for zinnia seeds for planting outdoors, they thrive in full sun and provide bold colors, from raspberry to lemon, throughout the season. Their ease of care makes them perfect for gardeners seeking stunning blooms. Perfect for annual flower seeds, and zinnia seed packets, these flowers offer beauty with minimal effort, ideal for any garden setting.
With a long-lasting bloom season, these zinnia seeds bring continuous bursts of color from summer to fall. Ideal for annual flower beds, their drought resistant nature makes them easy to grow with minimal upkeep. They are unpalatable to deer but attractive to pollinators. Whether you're planting zinnia seeds for outdoor spaces or adding them to a cut flower mix, these zinnias offer stunning beauty and resilience throughout the growing season.
Plant these zinnia seeds outdoors in USDA zones 3-10, covering them lightly with soil for best results. Keep the soil moist until germination, which takes 7-14 days. These zinnias thrive in full sun and require minimal care once established, offering beautiful blooms in vibrant colors that brighten up any garden. Plant 2-4 seeds per plant and space them 8-10 inches apart for optimal growth.

Zinnia (Zinnia Marylandica Zahara Raspberry Lemonade Mix) - This mix of yellow, white variations, and red will grow 12 - 18 inches tall and 12 - 18 inches wide.  Zinnias are great at attacting bees and butterflies as well as being drought tolerant, heat tolerant, and low maintenance. They are also very disease resistant plants making them virtually carefree. 

Zinnias are one of the easiest annuals to grow, and attract butterflies to the garden. They make an excellent cut flower as the more you cut, the more flowers you get! They thrive in the sun and heat of summer, only asking for well-drained soil. When cutting the blooms for the vase it is best to trim off all the foliage; unlike the blooms, the foliage does not age well.

Common Questions

Q

How do I condition my cut zinnia flowers?

A

Bring a bucket of water with you to the garden when you cut your flowers and put them in the water as soon as you cut them. This will allow them to take up water through the freshly cut stem. Cut on an angle to give more surface area for the water to be taken up. Keep them out of the direct sun.

Q

Do I need to stake my zinnias?

A

Taller varieties may benefit from staking, especially if they are in a windy area.

Q

Why are my zinnias tall and thin with much smaller flowers than expected?

A

If zinnias are planted too closely, they will produce tall plants and much smaller flowers. Always follow the recommended spacing on the planting instructions.

Q

Can I encourage more blooms on my zinnia plants?

A

Yes, first you will need to ensure your plants are in a full sun area to get a good bloom season from your plants. You can pinch the main growth of young plants when they are about 12 inches tall to encourage more branching which will increase your number of blooms. Also, deadhead your spent blooms throughout summer to encourage a longer bloom season.

Q

Will flowers attract any pollinators to my garden?

A

Yes, butterflies and hummingbirds enjoy these flowers.

Q

Will deer eat my flowers?

A

No, deer tend to avoid these plants.

Q

Can I grow in containers?

A

Yes, these flowers can do well in a container.

Q

What are some good companion plants for zinnia?

A

Zinnia plants can be complimented with marigolds, cosmos, nasturtiums, salvia, ageratum. Cleome, dahlia, verbena or sunflowers just to name a few.

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FAQ's
VIDEOS

Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

75F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 14 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

Cover seed lightly 1/16 - 1/8th inch

SOWING RATE

2 - 4 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep soil slightly moist but not wet until germination

PLANT SPACING

8 - 10 inches

Outsidepride Zinnia seeds (Zinnia Marylandica Zahara Rose Starlight) is an All-America Selection Winner, celebrated for its vibrant, star-patterned blooms in shades of pink and white. This easy-to-grow annual thrives in USDA Zones 3-10, reaching a height of 12-14 inches, and is ideal for cutting gardens. Tolerant of heat and drought, it's perfect for low-maintenance gardens and attracts pollinators. Sow in full sun, and enjoy stunning, long-lasting color throughout the growing season. Perfect for bringing bright beauty to any outdoor space!
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Resistant to Plant Sickness
Our Zinnia Rose Starlight seeds are resilient annual flower seeds, withstanding tough conditions while maintaining strong growth. Known for their resistance to common plant sickness, these zinnia seeds ensure beautiful blooms all season. Perfect for any garden, their durable nature makes them ideal for anyone seeking long-lasting flowers.
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Easy to Grow
Growing our Zinnia Rose Starlight is effortless. These zinnia seeds for planting outdoors thrive with minimal care in well-draining soil, making them perfect for beginners or experts alike. Combine with other annual flower seeds and watch your garden burst with easy-to-maintain color, perfect for outdoor flower displays.
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Excellent Cut Flower
Zinnia Rose Starlight's sturdy stems and showy blooms make them exceptional for cutting gardens. These giant zinnia seeds produce tall, long-lasting flowers that hold their color well in bouquets. Paired with cutting garden flower seeds like bells of Ireland seeds or a cut flower mix, they create striking arrangements that brighten any indoor space.
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Beautiful Blooms
Our Zinnia Rose Starlight produces stunning star-patterned flowers, perfect for adding vibrant color to your garden. Flowers from these zinnia seeds bloom in shades of pink and white, providing eye-catching displays alongside other unique flower seeds. Plant these annuals to enjoy dazzling, long-lasting beauty throughout the season.
Our Zinnia Rose Starlight seeds are recognized as an All-America Selection Winner, a prestigious title awarded only to top-performing varieties. As an AAS winner, our zinnia seeds are more likely to thrive and deliver abundant, consistent yields across various growing conditions. This ensures gardeners of all skill levels can enjoy vibrant, resilient blooms that stand out in any outdoor space, making these zinnias a reliable choice for achieving stunning floral displays.
Our Zinnia Rose Starlight seeds perfectly combine vibrant blooms and hardy resilience. These zinnia seeds are heat and drought tolerant, making them ideal for low-maintenance gardens in USDA Zones 3-10. As pollinator powerhouses, they attract beneficial insects, boosting your garden’s ecosystem. Whether you’re looking for vibrant color or easy care, these annual flower seeds promise to add high-impact beauty to any outdoor space, thriving even in challenging conditions.
Our Zinnia Rose Starlight seeds are simple to grow, making them ideal for gardeners of all skill levels. Plant 2-4 semi tall zinnia seeds per spot, sowing them about 1/4 inch deep in soil. Keep the soil slightly moist until germination, and once the seedlings have developed true leaves, thin them out to the strongest plant per hole or pot. This annual plant will flower within 5 to 6 weeks of sowing, providing lush, colorful blooms without complex maintenance or care, making them a favorite choice for easy gardening success.

Zinnia (Zinnia Marylandica Zahara Rose Starlight) - These rose starlight plants grow 12 - 14 inches tall and 12 - 18 inches wide.  Zinnias are great at attacting bees and butterflies as well as being drought tolerant, heat tolerant, and low maintenance.  These white flowers with a rose colored interior add stunning color to your flower garden.

Zinnias are one of the easiest annuals to grow, and attract butterflies to the garden. They make an excellent cut flower as the more you cut, the more flowers you get! They thrive in the sun and heat of summer, only asking for well-drained soil. When cutting the blooms for the vase it is best to trim off all the foliage; unlike the blooms, the foliage does not age well.

2010 AAS Bedding Plant Winner. Stunning white flowers with rose stripes are a new bicolor for zinnias. Superior disease resistance to leaf spot and mildew result in long-lasting plants where other zinnias have failed. Enjoy this easy-growing heat and drought tolerant zinnia in your sunny garden or container. Mature plants reaching 12 to 14 inches tall abound with large colorful 2.5 inch blooms all season long with minimum care. Full sun annual.

Common Questions

Q

How do I condition my cut zinnia flowers?

A

Bring a bucket of water with you to the garden when you cut your flowers and put them in the water as soon as you cut them. This will allow them to take up water through the freshly cut stem. Cut on an angle to give more surface area for the water to be taken up. Keep them out of the direct sun.

Q

Do I need to stake my zinnias?

A

Taller varieties may benefit from staking, especially if they are in a windy area.

Q

Why are my zinnias tall and thin with much smaller flowers than expected?

A

If zinnias are planted too closely, they will produce tall plants and much smaller flowers. Always follow the recommended spacing on the planting instructions.

Q

Can I encourage more blooms on my zinnia plants?

A

Yes, first you will need to ensure your plants are in a full sun area to get a good bloom season from your plants. You can pinch the main growth of young plants when they are about 12 inches tall to encourage more branching which will increase your number of blooms. Also, deadhead your spent blooms throughout summer to encourage a longer bloom season.

Q

Will flowers attract any pollinators to my garden?

A

Yes, butterflies and hummingbirds enjoy these flowers.

Q

Will deer eat my flowers?

A

No, deer tend to avoid these plants.

Q

Can I grow in containers?

A

Yes, these flowers can do well in a container.

Q

What are some good companion plants for zinnia?

A

Zinnia plants can be complimented with marigolds, cosmos, nasturtiums, salvia, ageratum. Cleome, dahlia, verbena or sunflowers just to name a few.

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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

75F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 14 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

Cover seed lightly 1/16 - 1/8th inch

SOWING RATE

2 - 4 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep soil slightly moist but not wet until germination

PLANT SPACING

8 - 10 inches

Bring vibrant color and pollinator-friendly beauty to your garden with Outsidepride Annual Zinnia Marylandica Zahara Red Sunburst flowers. These stunning orange-red blooms with yellow tips thrive in full sun, blooming all summer long from spring to fall. Growing 12-18 inches tall and wide, they are deer-resistant, drought-tolerant, and attract butterflies. Perfect for cut flowers, they will brighten your home and garden. Available in 2 sizes, these low-maintenance zinnias are ideal for USDA zones 3-10.
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Long Blossom
Enjoy long-lasting blossoms with flowers from our Zinnia seed, blooming from spring through fall. These vibrant flowers brighten your garden for months, thriving in full sun and heat. Their extended bloom period not only adds continuous color but also attracts butterflies, making your outdoor space a welcoming haven for pollinators.
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Ball-Shaped Flowers
Our Zinnia seeds produces beautiful ball-shaped flowers that are both vibrant and charming. Their rounded form adds a lovely texture to your garden, and their rich orange-red petals with yellow tips stand out all summer long. These blooms are not only eye-catching but also resilient, making them a delightful addition to outdoor space.
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Great Container Plant
It is a perfect choice for container gardening, offering vibrant, low-maintenance blooms that thrive in small spaces. Their size and bright, long-lasting flowers make them ideal for patios, balconies, or any sunny spot. They also make an excellent cut flower as the more you cut, the more flowers you get! These cheerful plants will brighten up your containers all season.
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Pollinator Attractant
These bright, cheerful flowers are a magnet for pollinators, attracting butterflies and bees throughout the growing season. Their vibrant blooms provide a reliable source of nectar, making your garden a haven for beneficial insects. By planting these flowers, you're not only adding beauty but also supporting the health of local pollinators.
Grow these vibrant annual zinnias and bring effortless beauty to your garden. Known for attracting bees and butterflies, these flowers support local pollinators while adding a splash of color to your outdoor space. Zinnias are not only low maintenance but also drought and heat tolerant, making them perfect for gardeners of any level. Enjoy their long-lasting blooms throughout the season with minimal care. A reliable, easy-to-grow choice that thrives in sunny spots and brightens your garden with ease.
Experience vibrant beauty and endless blooms with these stunning orange-red flowers, accented by yellow tips. Blooming all summer long, they bring continuous color and charm to your garden. These flowers thrive in full sun, making them a perfect choice for sunny spots in your outdoor space. Not only are they beautiful, but they're also easy to grow and maintain, giving you months of enjoyment with minimal effort. Brighten your garden with these cheerful blooms that last all season long.
To achieve optimal growth, follow these simple planting directions for zinnia flower seeds. Start by sowing the seeds at a temperature of 75°F, with an average germination time of 7 to 14 days. No light is required for germination, but be sure to lightly cover the seeds with 1/16 to 1/8 inch of soil. The sowing rate is 2 to 4 seeds per plant, and keep the soil slightly moist but not wet. Your Zahara should flower 5 - 6 weeks after its been sowed. Ideal for USDA zones 3-10, space plants 8 to 10 inches apart for healthy growth and beautiful blooms.

Zinnia (Zinnia Marylandica Zahara Sunburst) - This orage-red zinnia with yellow tips grows 12 - 18 inches tall and 12 - 18 inches wide.  Zinnias are great at attacting bees and butterflies as well as being drought tolerant, heat tolerant, and low maintenance. They are also very disease resistant plants making them virtually carefree. 

Zinnias are one of the easiest annuals to grow, and attract butterflies to the garden. They make an excellent cut flower as the more you cut, the more flowers you get! They thrive in the sun and heat of summer, only asking for well-drained soil. When cutting the blooms for the vase it is best to trim off all the foliage; unlike the blooms, the foliage does not age well.

Common Questions

Q

How do I condition my cut zinnia flowers?

A

Bring a bucket of water with you to the garden when you cut your flowers and put them in the water as soon as you cut them. This will allow them to take up water through the freshly cut stem. Cut on an angle to give more surface area for the water to be taken up. Keep them out of the direct sun.

Q

Do I need to stake my zinnias?

A

Taller varieties may benefit from staking, especially if they are in a windy area.

Q

Why are my zinnias tall and thin with much smaller flowers than expected?

A

If zinnias are planted too closely, they will produce tall plants and much smaller flowers. Always follow the recommended spacing on the planting instructions.

Q

Can I encourage more blooms on my zinnia plants?

A

Yes, first you will need to ensure your plants are in a full sun area to get a good bloom season from your plants. You can pinch the main growth of young plants when they are about 12 inches tall to encourage more branching which will increase your number of blooms. Also, deadhead your spent blooms throughout summer to encourage a longer bloom season.

Q

Will flowers attract any pollinators to my garden?

A

Yes, butterflies and hummingbirds enjoy these flowers.

Q

Will deer eat my flowers?

A

No, deer tend to avoid these plants.

Q

Can I grow in containers?

A

Yes, these flowers can do well in a container.

Q

What are some good companion plants for zinnia?

A

Zinnia plants can be complimented with marigolds, cosmos, nasturtiums, salvia, ageratum. Cleome, dahlia, verbena or sunflowers just to name a few.

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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

75F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 14 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

Cover seed lightly 1/16 - 1/8th inch

SOWING RATE

2 - 4 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep soil slightly moist but not wet until germination

PLANT SPACING

8 - 10 inches

Outsidepride Annual Zinnia Hybrida Profusion series includes vibrant, low-maintenance annuals perfect for USDA zones 3-10. The Double Flower Seed Mix features compact 12-15 inch plants with plant-sickness resistant blooms in cherry, golden, fire, and white. The taller Yellow Flowers variety (18-24 inches) offers striking yellow blooms ideal for landscaping and butterfly gardens. The Apricot Flowers variety showcases elegant summer-long apricot blooms on compact, deer-resistant plants. All three varieties are hardy, low-maintenance, and ensure your garden is alive with color, texture, and pollinators.
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Variety of Colors
Breeders cross different zinnia varieties to produce plants with specific traits, such as vibrant and diverse flower colors, disease resistance, and consistent growth patterns. This intentional selection and hybridization result in zinnia seeds that bloom in a wide range of colors, from cherry and golden to apricot and white.
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Long Blooming Season
Zinnias are naturally prolific bloomers, and hybrid varieties like Profusion are specifically bred for extended flowering. These plants continuously produce buds throughout the growing season, from spring to fall, as long as favorable conditions such as full sun, heat, and well-drained soil are maintained.
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Diverse Flower Forms
Zinnias naturally exhibit variability in flower shapes, ranging from single, daisy-like blooms to fuller, double-petaled forms. Breeders enhance this diversity by crossing varieties with desirable traits, resulting in a range of flower forms that appeal to different aesthetic preferences and create a dynamic visual impact in gardens.
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Easy to Grow
They are hardy, drought-tolerant plants that thrive with minimal care once established. They require basic needs such as full sun, well-drained soil, and occasional watering. Additionally, their ability to self-sow and regenerate flowers means they don’t need frequent attention to maintain their vibrant bloom cycles.
Annual Zinnia Hybrida Profusion series are easy to grow because they are hardy and adaptable. They thrive in a wide range of climates (USDA zones 3-10) and require minimal care, needing only full sun, well-drained soil, and occasional watering. Their ability to tolerate heat and resist common plant issues adds to their reliability. Additionally, zinnias germinate quickly from seeds, making them an excellent choice for gardeners of all experience levels.
These annuals, grow to a compact 12-15 inches in height and width, making them ideal for bedding displays. The Profusion Yellow Flowers variety grows taller, reaching 18-24 inches, and produces striking yellow blooms from spring to fall. It is deer-resistant and perfect for landscaping projects or butterfly gardens, although its foliage is less suited for vases. Lastly, the Profusion Apricot Flowers variety combines the same easy-to-grow resilience with elegant apricot flowers that bloom throughout summer. Also deer-resistant, these compact plants perform best when spaced generously to prevent overcrowding.
To ensure the best growth, zinnias should be planted in full sun and well-drained soil. Sow 2-4 seeds per spot, spacing them 12-15 inches apart for compact varieties or 18-24 inches for taller ones.. Starting seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before the last expected frost can encourage earlier blooms, with germination typically occurring in 14 days at 75°F. For regions with longer growing seasons, direct sowing in prepared soil after the last frost is also effective. Deadheading these flowers regularly will maximize their bloom output, making them an ideal choice for continuous color throughout the warmer months.

Zinnia (Zinnia Marylandica Profusion Yellow) - The ideal choice for landscape programs where mass plantings of large flowered zinnias are desired.  These yellow flowering zinnias grow 12 - 18 inches tall and wide.  Tremendous disease resistance for reliable season long performance in the garden or as a container plant.

Zinnias are one of the easiest annuals to grow, and attract butterflies to the garden. They make an excellent cut flower as the more you cut, the more flowers you get! They thrive in the sun and heat of summer, only asking for well-drained soil. When cutting the blooms for the vase it is best to trim off all the foliage; unlike the blooms, the foliage does not age well.

Common Questions

Q

How do I condition my cut zinnia flowers?

A

Bring a bucket of water with you to the garden when you cut your flowers and put them in the water as soon as you cut them. This will allow them to take up water through the freshly cut stem. Cut on an angle to give more surface area for the water to be taken up. Keep them out of the direct sun.

Q

Do I need to stake my zinnias?

A

Taller varieties may benefit from staking, especially if they are in a windy area.

Q

Why are my zinnias tall and thin with much smaller flowers than expected?

A

If zinnias are planted too closely, they will produce tall plants and much smaller flowers. Always follow the recommended spacing on the planting instructions.

Q

Can I encourage more blooms on my zinnia plants?

A

Yes, first you will need to ensure your plants are in a full sun area to get a good bloom season from your plants. You can pinch the main growth of young plants when they are about 12 inches tall to encourage more branching which will increase your number of blooms. Also, deadhead your spent blooms throughout summer to encourage a longer bloom season.

Q

Will flowers attract any pollinators to my garden?

A

Yes, butterflies and hummingbirds enjoy these flowers.

Q

Will deer eat my flowers?

A

No, deer tend to avoid these plants.

Q

Can I grow in containers?

A

Yes, these flowers can do well in a container.

Q

What are some good companion plants for zinnia?

A

Zinnia plants can be complimented with marigolds, cosmos, nasturtiums, salvia, ageratum. Cleome, dahlia, verbena or sunflowers just to name a few.

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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

75F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

7 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

No

DEPTH

Cover seed lightly with peat moss

SOWING RATE

2 - 4 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

12 inches

Zinnia (Zinnia Elegans Mardi Gras Mix) - The Mardi Gras Zinnia Mix is composed of our "Canary Bird', "Polar Bear" and "Purple Prince" Zinnia varieties and is recommended for cut flower bouquets as well as beds and borders.  A great mix of white, purple, and yellow flowers.  Attracts butterflies to your beds and borders.

Common Questions

Q

How do I condition my cut zinnia flowers?

A

Bring a bucket of water with you to the garden when you cut your flowers and put them in the water as soon as you cut them. This will allow them to take up water through the freshly cut stem. Cut on an angle to give more surface area for the water to be taken up. Keep them out of the direct sun.

Q

Do I need to stake my zinnias?

A

Taller varieties may benefit from staking, especially if they are in a windy area.

Q

Why are my zinnias tall and thin with much smaller flowers than expected?

A

If zinnias are planted too closely, they will produce tall plants and much smaller flowers. Always follow the recommended spacing on the planting instructions.

Q

Can I encourage more blooms on my zinnia plants?

A

Yes, first you will need to ensure your plants are in a full sun area to get a good bloom season from your plants. You can pinch the main growth of young plants when they are about 12 inches tall to encourage more branching which will increase your number of blooms. Also, deadhead your spent blooms throughout summer to encourage a longer bloom season.

Q

Will flowers attract any pollinators to my garden?

A

Yes, butterflies and hummingbirds enjoy these flowers.

Q

Will deer eat my flowers?

A

No, deer tend to avoid these plants.

Q

Can I grow in containers?

A

Yes, these flowers can do well in a container.

Q

What are some good companion plants for zinnia?

A

Zinnia plants can be complimented with marigolds, cosmos, nasturtiums, salvia, ageratum. Cleome, dahlia, verbena or sunflowers just to name a few.

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