![]() ![]() To direct seed, make sure the soil temp is at least 70 degrees and plant the seeds at 1/4'” deep. Zinnias perform better in garden beds than containers and, due to their ability to grow so quickly, can be direct-seeded. Zinnia Magellan™ Pink, a 2019 Top Ten Performing Annual in the U of MN WCROC annual flower trial The flowers have multiple rows of petals but have a clearly visible center. Semidouble cultivars have a combination of traits.Double zinnias have multiple rows of petals, and the center is not clearly visible.Single means that the flower only has a single row of petals, and the center of the flower is clearly visible.The different floral structures do not necessarily correlate with plant habit. There are three distinct types of Zinnia based on floral structure: single, double and semi-double. The foliage of a Zinnia is varying shades of green, but the flowers can come in nearly all colors and sometimes a combination of colors. They are a member of the aster family and are native to Mexico and Central America and perform very well throughout Midwest summers. And, no matter what the growing habit is, Zinnias are prolific bloomers. The vast range of growing habits also leads to their popularity as they can be anywhere from short and bushy to tall with a singular stalk. Zinnias are a popular plant for annual gardens due to how easy they are to grow and how quickly they can grow, both from seed and as transplants. Zinnia Magellan™ Orange, a 2017 Top Ten Performing Annual in the U of MN WCROC annual flower trial ![]()
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