Whirlygig Zinnia is a summer-to-fall bloomer that brings whimsy and color to gardens from June through November. This heirloom variety reaches 18-24 inches tall and produces flowers within 63-84 days from seed to bloom, making it fast enough for gardeners eager to see results. It thrives in full sun with moderate water, tolerates drought once established, and resists deer, so it fills garden gaps reliably without fussing.
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Full Sun
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24in H x 18in W
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These zinnias bloom prolifically through the warm season and into fall, drawing pollinators constantly to their flowers. The plants stay compact and well-proportioned at 18-24 inches, fitting neatly into beds and borders without overwhelming their neighbors. Deer leave them alone, drought won't stop them, and they'll flower for months with almost no intervention once you get them started.
Whirlygig Zinnias are grown as ornamental flowers for garden color and cut arrangements. Their long bloom window and pollinator appeal make them valuable in beds, borders, and pollinator gardens throughout the growing season.
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Sow seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before your last spring frost, keeping the soil temperature at 70-80°F for germination. Seeds typically sprout within 5-10 days.
Transplant seedlings outdoors after your last spring frost once soil has warmed and plants are established.
Direct sow seeds outdoors after your last spring frost, which is the recommended method for this variety.
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