Queeny Red Lime Zinnia is a vibrant cultivar of Zinnia elegans that brings bold color contrast to summer and fall gardens. Growing 30 to 42 inches tall with a compact 24-inch spread, it reaches full bloom within 63 to 84 days from seed, making it a reliable performer for gardeners seeking quick results. The plant thrives in full sun with moderate water and handles drought well once established, while its deer resistance and pollinator-attracting flowers make it a smart choice for mixed borders and cutting gardens that need both beauty and resilience.
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This zinnia delivers the bold bicolor effect its name promises, with red and lime-colored blooms that pop against green foliage. From seed to flower in just over two months, it's fast enough to fill garden gaps mid-season or start fresh after a spring frost. Summer through fall bloomers like this one keep nectar flowing to butterflies and bees when many other plants are fading, and they stand up to drought stress without losing vigor or flower quality.
Queeny Red Lime works beautifully as a cut flower, with stems tall enough to reach the back of an arrangement and blooms that last well in the vase. In the garden, it functions as a reliable mid-to-back border plant that fills space quickly and maintains color through the transition from summer heat into cooler fall weather. Its compact spread relative to its height also suits it to containers and smaller spaces where you want height without excessive sprawl.
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Sow indoors 6 to 8 weeks before your last spring frost, planting seeds at a depth of 1/16 to 1/4 inch. Keep the soil at 70 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit during germination; seeds typically sprout in 5 to 10 days. Transplant outdoors after the danger of frost has passed.
Move seedlings outside after the last spring frost when soil has warmed. Plant at the spacing indicated for your location, and ensure the transplant location receives full sun and has good air circulation.
Direct sowing is recommended. Sow seeds outdoors after the last spring frost directly where you want them to grow, planting at a depth of 1/16 to 1/4 inch.
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