Zinnia Choice Mixed Seeds

A bold and vibrant mix of cactus and dahlia-flowered zinnias, producing large, puffed blooms in fiery reds, brilliant yellows, purples, pinks and oranges.

 

This half hardy annual is ideal for summer beds, borders and cutting gardens, flowering the same year from a spring sowing. Zinnia Choice Mixed offers long-lasting colour from July to October, with strong stems and excellent weather tolerance.

 

Easy to grow and loved by pollinators, it’s a standout for cheerful, high impact displays.

 

Seed Qty Approx 50

 

Sow March to May indoors or directly outdoors after frost

Germination 7 to 14 days at 20–25°C

Soil and Position Well drained soil in full sun; suitable for beds, borders and cutting gardens

Height 60–75 cm

Flowering July to October

Planting ideas Summer borders, cottage gardens, cut flower beds, pollinator planting

 

Sowing instructions

 

Sow indoors in trays or pots from March, covering seeds lightly with compost. Keep warm and moist until germination. Harden off and transplant outdoors after frost. Alternatively, sow directly outdoors in May when soil has warmed. Space plants 30 cm apart.

 

Grow and maintenance

 

Grow in full sun in well drained soil. Water regularly and deadhead to prolong flowering. Feed with a balanced fertiliser every 2–3 weeks. Excellent for cutting and pollinator support.

 

Uses and benefits

 

Perfect for bold summer colour and cut flower arrangements. Zinnia Choice Mixed combines exotic form, vibrant hues and ease of growth, making it a favourite for gardeners and florists alike.