Growing Non-GMO Lilliput Mixture Zinnia Flower Seeds
Zinnias can be started indoors 4 weeks before the last frost for the earliest blooms. Transplant to a container or flower bed once two sets of true leaves have been established. Otherwise, sow them directly in the garden bed or field after the last frost of the spring when the soil has warmed to about 70 F. Cover the seeds lightly and soak the top inch of the soil with a mister. Keep in mind that seeds germinate best at 70-80 F. Established zinnias thrive in drought but may require a bit of extra water to help them get started; ensure the soil and seedlings dry out between irrigations; zinnias do not do well in overly wet soils and thrive in more arid conditions.
Lilliput Mixture Zinnias bloom all summer and will die at the first frost at the end of the growing season. They are very persistent and may produce new blooms into December in some areas without frost. Expect them to re-seed; however, the seeds may not survive harsh winters. If you wish to prevent re-seeding, cut the flower heads after blooming and pull out the entire plant before the seeds start to develop. In zones 8 and above, seeds can also be sown in autumn for delightful winter blooms.
Lilliput Mixture Zinnia in the Flower Garden
Lilliput Mixture Zinnia flower seeds will excite your garden with larger, fuller, and brighter bulbs than other zinnias this season. Lilliput Mixture zinnias steal the show with spectacular 3-4 inch blooms perfect for any fresh cut basket, bouquet, or just attracting butterflies to the garden. They also perform exceptionally well in containers and pots for porch and patio styling!
Harvesting Lilliput Mixture Zinnia
Harvest these blooms for cut flower bouquets, centerpiece arrangements, and darling bud vases. Make a clean cut at the base of the flowering stalk and store it in cool water.
The flowers of the zinnias are also edible! Pluck the petals when in bloom and use them as garnishes on numerous dishes; they are said to have a mild yet bitter taste.
About Lilliput Mixture Zinnia Garden Seeds
Zinnias are safe for humans to eat in moderation but may be toxic when consumed by animals like livestock or dogs. Contact your veterinarian if you have questions.
Native to Mexico, Central America, and parts of the American southwest. The genus zinnia comes from Johann Gottfried Zinn, the German botanist who is credited with the first writings of the flower before it was transported to Europe in the 1750s.
Expect 1-2 inch wide blossoms, which stand alone on 1-1.5 foot tall flower stalks.
Zinnia flowers are considered the "king of summer annuals" and Lilliput Mixture's dazzling assortment of semi-dwarf pompom-like bulbs are excellent for attracting butterflies and hummingbirds to your garden while having great resistance to deer.
Tips From Our Gardeners
"These pompom-like zinnias are some of the fullest blooms on the market. These colorful mounds are sure to be exactly the dazzle you’re looking to add to your garden. Zinnias are some of the easiest home-grown cut flowers ever! What are you waiting for?"
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- Lara Wadsworth, True Leaf Market Writer
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Organic Non-GMO Lilliput Mixture Zinnia Seeds Per Package:
- 2 g Packet - Approximately 275 Seeds
- 1/4 oz - Approximately 975 Seeds
- 1 oz - Approximately 3,900 Seeds
- 4 oz - Approximately 15,600 Seeds
Non-GMO Organic Lilliput Mixture Zinnia seeds are available for Fast Free Shipping on qualifying orders.