Zinnia elegans

• Days to germination: 3 to 10 days
• Germination soil temp: 70F-85F
• Soil requirements: can tolerate poor soil but fertile soil with organic matter will promote more vigorous growth
• Water requirements: can tolerate some drought but regular watering will promote more vigorous growth
• Plant in full sun
• Sow 1/4" deep
• Direct sow after all risk of frost has passed, or start in cells/soil blocks but do not let seedlings become root bound and do not disturb roots
• Space 6-12" apart (closer spacing results in taller plants, but may encourage powdery mildew in humid climates)
• Pinching when 8-12" tall promotes plant branching
• Plant height: variable, but most between 24" to 48"
• Support may be required, particularly if planted close together in farm-style rows.
• Flowers are ready to harvest after they pass the "wiggle test"
• Leave flowers to mature on the plant for longer to experience the full potential of their size, shape and colour variations.