Sungod Zinnia is a vibrant heirloom cultivar of Zinnia elegans that brings bold color and reliable blooms to gardens from summer through fall. Growing 30 to 36 inches tall with a compact 12-inch spread, this variety reaches full flower production in 63 to 84 days from seed, making it fast enough for mid-season planting yet patient enough to reward early spring sowing. Its drought tolerance and pollinator magnetism make it both practical and ecologically generous, while its deer resistance means your blooms stay intact for cutting and enjoyment.
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Sungod Zinnia delivers months of continuous blooms in a single vertical package, thriving on neglect once established while still rewarding regular attention with lusher flowering. This heirloom performs best when treated with gentle care, morning watering and good air circulation prevent fungal troubles, and it responds generously to consistent moisture despite its drought tolerance. The tall, columnar form makes it a natural choice for cutting gardens and back-of-border drama without demanding the space a wider plant would need.
Sungod Zinnia is grown primarily for fresh and dried cut flowers, with its tall stem length and long vase life making it valuable for floral arrangements. The blooms work equally well in garden displays where their height creates vertical interest and their extended bloom window ensures color from early summer into late fall.
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Sow seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before your last spring frost, maintaining soil temperatures between 70 and 80°F for germination. Sprouts typically emerge within 5 to 10 days. Transplant seedlings outdoors after the last frost date once soil has warmed.
Transplant seedlings outdoors after the last spring frost when soil has warmed and nighttime temperatures are stable. Space plants 12 inches apart.
Direct sow is recommended for Sungod Zinnia. Sow seeds directly into garden soil after the last spring frost date.
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