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Zinnia elegans Whirlygig Mixed Seeds

Zinnia x elegans Whirlygig Mixed
Zinnia, Common Zinnia

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A mixture of a variety of Zinnia, displaying flower heads consisting of several rows of bicoloured ligulate florets, recalling the flowers of cactus dahlias. They come in a range of vivid, luminous colours that are remarkable both in beds and in bouquets.
Flower size
6 cm
Height at maturity
60 cm
Exposure
Sun
Annual / Perennial
Annual
Germination time (days)
14 days
Sowing method
Direct sowing, Sowing under cover
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Sowing period March to April
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Flowering time July to October
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Description

The mixture Zinnia elegans 'Whirlygig Mixed' is made up of Zinnias whose flower heads display several rows of bicoloured ligulate florets, recalling the flowers of cactus dahlias. They come in a range of vivid, luminous colours that are remarkable both in beds and in bouquets.

 

Much appreciated for their sturdiness, striking colours and ease of cultivation, Zinnias are a valuable asset in any garden. Versatile, they can be placed in borders, flowerbeds or in the vegetable garden, between rows of crops. 

Zinnia elegans 'Purple Prince' is a medium-sized variety that grows 60 cm high and 30 cm wide. You can easily combine it with perennials such as pink Rudbeckias or other annuals such as Cosmos or blanket flowers. 

Native to an area spanning from the Southern United States to Argentina, Zinnia is a herbaceous annual plant belonging to the family Asteraceae. It bears vigorous, bright, solid coloured flowers on stiff, upright stems, whose size and shape vary depending on the variety. Its leaves are linear to oval, pointed and of a beautiful medium green colour. Zinnia flowers from July onwards, blooming generously up until the first frosts. It is a nectar-rich plant, adored by bees and butterflies.

 Zinnia thrives in the sun and tolerates heat very well, provided they are watered every once in a while. It performs best in neutral, rich, well-drained soil. It is quite undemanding, adapting to any average garden soil.

Faded flowers should be removed regularly to encourage and sustain a lengthy flowering period. Easy to grow, it can occasionally be prone to powdery mildew; an inconvenience that can be easily avoided by not overcrowding plants, planting them in situations with good air circulation, and by taking care not to wet its foliage.

Flowering

Flower colour multicoloured
Flowering time July to October
Inflorescence Flower head
Flower size 6 cm
Fragrance slightly scented
Bee-friendly Attracts pollinators
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Foliage

Foliage persistence Annual
Foliage colour green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 60 cm
Spread at maturity 30 cm
Growth rate normal

Botanical data

Genus

Zinnia

Species

x elegans

Cultivar

Whirlygig Mixed

Family

Asteraceae

Other common names

Zinnia, Common Zinnia

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference14461

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Planting and care

Direct sow Zinnia 'Whirlygig' seeds from April to May, in warm soil that has been raked to a fine tilth. Do not bury the seeds too deeply (3 mm is sufficient) and space them 30 cm apart. Keep the soil moist until germination which usually takes between 7 and 14 days.

For an early flowering, sow from March to April (indoors, at a temperature between 15 and 25 °C) in a seed tray filled with a good quality seed compost that should be kept moist but not waterlogged. When the plants are large enough to be handled, prick them out into pots. Gradually acclimatize your Zinnias to cooler conditions for a fortnight or more before planting them out in the garden, once all risk of frost has passed. Space the plants 30 cm apart.

Zinnia likes sun and tolerates strong heat well, provided they are watered every once in a while. It performs best in neutral, rich, well-drained soil. It is quite undemanding, adapting to any average garden soil. It can occasionally be prone to powdery mildew; an inconvenience that can be easily avoided by placing it in spots with good air circulation and taking care not to wet its foliage when watering. Once planted, be mindful of the voracious appetite of slugs which are fond of their young tender leaves.

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Sowing period

Sowing period March to April
Sowing method Direct sowing, Sowing under cover
Germination time (days) 14 days

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow
Type of use Border, Edge of border, Vegetable garden
Ease of cultivation Amateur
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Any
Soil moisture Moist soil, Drainant, riche
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