About Zinnia
Common Name: Zinnia
Scientific Name: Zinnia Elegans
Seed Saving Level: Advanced
Borrow Seeds
What to check out some seeds? See Zinnia seeds in the catalog.
Planting
Zinnia is a tall, colorful annual that attracts pollinators. Zinnias like full sun and moderate watering. Sow directly and plant in soil with good drainage after the last frost of the season. Zinnias are also a good companion plant for summer veggies like squash and beans.
Harvesting
Zinnias grow fast and bloom profusely. Flowers are great for cutting.
Seed Saving
Zinnias will self-seed easily, but you can also save seeds. When the flower heads dry out and turn brown, they’re ready to harvest. Pull apart the flower heads to see the arrow-shaped seeds. Let them dry on a towel for another week. Store or share!
Sources
- The University of Arizona Cooperative Extension Flower and Bedding Plant Guide for the Low Desert
- North Carolina Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox: Zinnia elegans
