Cherry Queen Zinnia Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
- REVIEWS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in spring; Cherry Queen Zinnia seeds germinate best in warm soil. Plant just below the surface and keep the soil lightly moist until germination, which usually occurs within 7-10 days. Seedlings do not transplant well.
Growing: Water seedlings regularly until they become established, but do not over water. Though they flourish with occasional watering in dry weather, mature plants tolerate some drought. This plant grows best in rich soil, and may need light fertilization for best blooming. Pinch off the growing stems to encourage bushiness, and deadhead to prolong blooming. This plant attracts butterflies and bees.
Harvesting: For cut flowers, choose stems with flowers that have just opened. Strip the foliage that will fall below the water level, and place in water immediately.
Seed Saving: After their petals drop off, the centers of the flowers will darken and develop tight clusters of seed at the base. As soon as the seed heads have turned dark brown, remove them and spread them out to dry for several days. Thresh the dried heads to separate the small, arrow-shaped Cherry Queen Zinnia seeds from the chaff. Store the cleaned seed in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Zinnia elegans
Species Origin: Introduced US Flower
Type: Garden Flowers
Life Cycle: Annual
USDA Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 4,250
Stratification: No Stratification
Germination Ease: No Stratification
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 36 Inches
Color: Red
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall
Uses: Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant
packaging looks good...
I will write a review after the summer and let you know how beautiful i hope the flowers will be or were..I recieved my order very fast and the packaging is beautiful...
Highly reliable seller
Multi seed purchaser over many years . Always fresh seeds that germinated at good rates and always shipped promptly. Seeds do stay fresh in the foil packets longer than paper packets. These particular red zinnia are gorgeous .
When looking for zinnia seeds this is the place
I love zinnias and grow a lot of them. About a quarter acre all told. Next year I want more red in the mix. I use the flowers as cut flowers. This year I was taking flowers to 4 hospitals for the nurses on the Covid wards.
great color
These were sold out several other places. So glad I found your site. Can't wait to plant this beautiful variety.
Great seeds!
I've purchased numerous kinds of seeds from Everwilde over the last 3-4 years. They have a wide selection, great packaging and quick delivery. I've been very pleased with the consistent results of producing flowers each year.
Brilliant color, healthy plants
Not quite as double or large a flower as Benary's Giants, but a bargain price and huge quantity of seeds. Lovely bright red flowers, long stems for cutting, healthy plants, all excellent!
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Direct sow in spring; Cherry Queen Zinnia seeds germinate best in warm soil. Plant just below the surface and keep the soil lightly moist until germination, which usually occurs within 7-10 days. Seedlings do not transplant well.
Growing: Water seedlings regularly until they become established, but do not over water. Though they flourish with occasional watering in dry weather, mature plants tolerate some drought. This plant grows best in rich soil, and may need light fertilization for best blooming. Pinch off the growing stems to encourage bushiness, and deadhead to prolong blooming. This plant attracts butterflies and bees.
Harvesting: For cut flowers, choose stems with flowers that have just opened. Strip the foliage that will fall below the water level, and place in water immediately.
Seed Saving: After their petals drop off, the centers of the flowers will darken and develop tight clusters of seed at the base. As soon as the seed heads have turned dark brown, remove them and spread them out to dry for several days. Thresh the dried heads to separate the small, arrow-shaped Cherry Queen Zinnia seeds from the chaff. Store the cleaned seed in a cool, dry place.
FAST FACTS
Latin Name: Zinnia elegans
Species Origin: Introduced US Flower
Type: Garden Flowers
Life Cycle: Annual
USDA Zones: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
US Regions: California, Mountain, Arid/Desert, Plains/Texas, Midwest, Northern, Northeast, Southeast
Seeds per Ounce: 4,250
Stratification: No Stratification
Germination Ease: No Stratification
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 36 Inches
Color: Red
Bloom Season: Blooms Late Summer, Blooms Early Fall
Uses: Cut Flowers, Deer Resistant
Reviews
Review
packaging looks good...
I will write a review after the summer and let you know how beautiful i hope the flowers will be or were..I recieved my order very fast and the packaging is beautiful...
Review
Highly reliable seller
Multi seed purchaser over many years . Always fresh seeds that germinated at good rates and always shipped promptly. Seeds do stay fresh in the foil packets longer than paper packets. These particular red zinnia are gorgeous .
Review
When looking for zinnia seeds this is the place
I love zinnias and grow a lot of them. About a quarter acre all told. Next year I want more red in the mix. I use the flowers as cut flowers. This year I was taking flowers to 4 hospitals for the nurses on the Covid wards.
Review
great color
These were sold out several other places. So glad I found your site. Can't wait to plant this beautiful variety.
Review
Great seeds!
I've purchased numerous kinds of seeds from Everwilde over the last 3-4 years. They have a wide selection, great packaging and quick delivery. I've been very pleased with the consistent results of producing flowers each year.
Review
Brilliant color, healthy plants
Not quite as double or large a flower as Benary's Giants, but a bargain price and huge quantity of seeds. Lovely bright red flowers, long stems for cutting, healthy plants, all excellent!