Dahlia Zinnia delivers the showstopping presence of a dahlia in a plant that's surprisingly easy to grow. Reaching a compact 40 inches tall with 4- to 6-inch single and double blooms in vibrant yellows, reds, pinks, corals, and oranges, this mix flowers in just 75 days from sowing. Long, sturdy stems make these zinnias exceptional cut flowers, whether displayed alone in a vase or mixed with other blooms. Plant in full sun to partial shade, spacing plants 12 inches apart, and you'll attract birds, bees, and plenty of admiring glances.
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These zinnias produce large, dahlia-like blooms on long stems perfectly suited for cutting, arriving in a rainbow of warm tones. Direct sow after frost or start seeds indoors weeks before transplanting outdoors. The mix nature means each planting brings a surprise burst of color, from bright yellow to rich red to soft coral, creating an ever-changing flower garden that feeds pollinators while filling your vases.
Dahlia Zinnia thrives as a cutting garden flower. The long stems and substantial blooms make them ideal for fresh arrangements, either massed on their own for dramatic impact or blended into mixed bouquets. They're equally at home in garden borders where their bright colors and constant succession of blooms throughout the season provide continuous visual interest.
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Sow seeds indoors several weeks before your last spring frost. Keep soil warm and moist until germination. Transplant seedlings outdoors after all frost danger has passed.
Transplant seedlings outdoors after the last frost date when soil has warmed. Space plants 12 inches apart, with 24 inches between rows. Harden off seedlings by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions before planting.
Direct sow seeds outdoors after the last frost date. Space seeds approximately 12 inches apart. Thin seedlings as needed to maintain proper spacing.
Cut flowers in early morning when stems are fully hydrated. Select blooms that are fully open or just beginning to open. Cut stems at a 45-degree angle just above a leaf node, and immediately place in water. These flowers last well in a vase, providing weeks of color from a single plant.
Deadhead spent flowers regularly to promote continuous blooming and encourage the plant to produce more flowers rather than setting seed. Pinching back young plants when they reach 6-8 inches tall can encourage bushier growth and more flowers.
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