An Explosion of Exotic Colors in Your Garden
Zinnia 'Cactus Flowering Color Mix' ( Zinnia elegans ), offered by OSC Seeds.
Add a touch of originality to your borders and bouquets with the Cactus Flowering Zinnia Mix. These unique 15cm diameter flowers, with ruffled, tapered petals, adorn vigorous, branching plants reaching up to 90cm in height. The mix offers a vibrant colour palette for a striking visual impact all season long.
Plant height : 90 cm
Quantity per pack : Approx 100 seeds (100-200 seeds/gram)
Companion plants : Sunflowers, cosmos, dahlias
Enemy plants : Poorly drained soils
Suggested Uses : Borders, beds, cut flowers
Plant Type : Annual
Cultivation method:
Select a location in full sun with rich, well-drained soil. Sow directly into the ground in late May when the soil has warmed. Cover the seeds lightly and keep them moist. Germination occurs in 5 to 10 days. Thin the plants to 25-35 cm apart depending on the size of the varieties.
For indoor starts, sow in mid-March 6mm deep in peat pots or Jiffy 7's. Maintain a germination temperature of 22°C. Grow on at 15°C until hardened off, then transplant outdoors in late May.
Create exotic and vibrant arrangements with this mix of cactus-flowering zinnias, a must-have for lovers of colorful and spectacular gardens.
