FLOWER, Bonnetta's Zinnia
Bonnetta’s Zinnia, FLOWER Zinnia elegans
Seeds per pack ~ 30
Zinnia elegans (syn. Zinnia violacea) known as youth-and-age, common zinnia or elegant zinnia, is an annual flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to Mexico but grown as an ornamental in many places and naturalized in several places, including scattered locations in South and Central America, the West Indies, the United States, Australia, and Italy.
DAYS TO MATURITY: 80-90 days to flower
PLANT DESCRIPTION: (Zinnia elegans syn. Zinnia violacea) known as youth-and-age, common zinnia, or elegant zinnia, is an annual flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to Mexico but grown as an ornamental in many places and naturalized in several places, including scattered locations in South and Central America, the West Indies, the United States, Australia, and Italy.
HISTORY: Zinnias, a flower considered too beautiful for the eyes of the Aztecs, is native to Mexico. Over centuries, gardeners have cherished them for their vivid colors and long-lasting blooms. Over time, zinnias also found practical uses, serving as a source of dye for textiles in certain cultures. In addition to their aesthetic and utilitarian roles, zinnias play a vital ecological role as they attract pollinators, making them a favorite in modern gardens.
GROWING TIPS: Annual. Germination: 70°F, 7 days. Full sun Direct sow or sow indoors 3-4 weeks before transplanting after the last frost. Space 12-24” apart depending on plant height. Easy to grow.