Cupid Zinnia is a compact zinnia cultivar that brings vibrant summer-to-fall color to gardens in just 63 to 84 days from seed to bloom. Growing only 18 to 24 inches tall with a tidy 8 to 12-inch spread, this variety delivers full-size zinnia flowers on a manageable plant that thrives in full sun with moderate water. Its ability to handle drought, resist deer, and attract pollinators makes it a resilient choice for gardeners seeking reliable, season-long blooms without fussy maintenance.
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From mid-June through November, Cupid Zinnia produces abundant flowers on compact plants that fit seamlessly into small gardens, containers, and tight spaces. Seed germinates quickly (5 to 10 days) and blooms arrive within 63 to 84 days, rewarding impatient gardeners with flowers in a single growing season. The variety tolerates both drought stress and deer browsing while actively drawing pollinators, making it as low-stress as it is ornamentally generous.
Cupid Zinnia serves primarily as a cut flower and garden ornamental, valued for its extended bloom window from summer into late fall. Its compact stature suits container gardening, border plantings, and small-space landscapes where full-size zinnias might overwhelm the design.
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Sow seeds indoors 6 to 8 weeks before your last spring frost. Plant seeds at a depth of 1/16 to 1/4 inch in seed-starting mix and maintain soil temperature between 70 and 80°F for germination, which typically occurs within 5 to 10 days. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.
Transplant seedlings outdoors after the last spring frost when soil has warmed and nighttime temperatures remain above 50°F. Harden off seedlings by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions over 7 to 10 days before planting. Space plants 1 inch apart initially, allowing room for mature spread of 8 to 12 inches.
Direct sow seeds outdoors after the last spring frost once soil has warmed. Plant seeds at a depth of 1/16 to 1/4 inch and keep soil consistently moist until germination occurs in 5 to 10 days. This is the recommended method for strongest plant development.
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