Zinnia Dahlia Flowered Illumination Seeds

Zinnia Dahlia Flowered Illumination Seeds – Irish Plants Direct

 

A bold and brilliantly coloured Zinnia elegans producing large fully double dahlia like blooms in vivid shades of scarlet orange rose pink yellow and cream.

 

It's known for its exceptional flower size strong stems and long lasting colour, creating a dazzling display in borders cutting gardens and summer beds.

 

Zinnia Dahlia Flowered Illumination forms sturdy upright plants that carry their blooms well above the foliage, making them ideal for cutting and for adding height and structure to planting schemes.

 

The vibrant colours attract bees butterflies and hoverflies while the long flowering season ensures continuous impact from midsummer to the first frosts.

 

This bright annual thrives in full sun and well drained soil and performs reliably even in hot dry conditions. Perfect for gardeners seeking show stopping colour with minimal maintenance and excellent vase life.

 

Seed Qty Approx 1 gram

 

Sow March to May indoors or direct from late April

Germination 7 to 14 days at 18 to 22°C

Soil and Position Free draining fertile soil in full sun

Height and Spread 60 to 80 cm tall, 30 to 45 cm spread

Flowering July to October

 

Sowing Instructions

Sow seeds on the surface of moist well drained compost and lightly cover with a fine layer of soil or vermiculite. Maintain a temperature of 18 to 22°C in a propagator or covered tray. Transplant seedlings into individual pots when large enough to handle. Harden off and plant out after the last frost spacing 30 to 45 cm apart. For direct sowing wait until the soil has warmed and frost risk has passed.

 

Grow and Maintenance

Water regularly during dry spells and feed occasionally to support strong flowering. Remove spent blooms to prolong the display. Zinnias prefer warm sunny positions and benefit from good air circulation to reduce mildew. Ideal for borders cutting gardens and vibrant summer displays.

 

Uses and Benefits

Large fully double dahlia like blooms

Bright mix of scarlet orange rose pink yellow and cream

Excellent for cutting with long vase life

Attracts bees butterflies and hoverflies

Perfect for bold summer borders and hot colour schemes

 

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