Zinnia Seeds - Lilliput Mix
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(Zinnia Elegans Lilliput Mix) - Perfect for the front yard flower border, grow this semi-dwarf variety from Zinnia seeds. Zinnias are hardy plants that will do well in all types of weather. This Lilliput Zinnia mix has shades of pink, yellow, white and red, and these flowers will blossom 6 - 8 weeks after sowing the flower seeds.
Trustpilot Reviews
Miraculous zinnias!
The zinnia seeds I ordered were miraculous! I would say a 95% germination rate in about four days. After buying big box store seeds for the past few years with very disappointing results (10% germination rate), these seeds were a pleasant surprise, and I expect some vibrant zinnias to flower soon. After wasting weeks on inferior seeds, I planted these later than I like, but I live in the deep south, so these beauties will last until October...unless a hurricane hits, but let's not think about that:) Fingers crossed! Quick delivery too!
Read more on TrustpilotLots of viable zinnia seeds!
I’m very happy with the zinnia seeds I received. The seedlings have already been up for about 4 days after planting the seeds approximately 10 days ago. Hopefully, they’ll grow into large, beautiful plants. Plus, I’ll have plenty more for the next few years! The 4 stars review is because they took longer to receive than I thought they could have (almost 2 weeks from ordering). They weigh almost nothing, and normal mail takes about 3-4 days max to go cross country. Otherwise, I’ll look into ordering seeds from here, again should I need some.
Read more on TrustpilotI discovered Outside Pride several…
I discovered Outside Pride several years ago when I wanted a more affordable (($8 for 100 vs. $8 for 12 seeds) source of Hyacinth Bean seeds than that offered by local specialty nurseries. This year I ordered more bean seeds plus 3 varieties of zinnia. I planted zinnia seeds 3 days ago, and some of them are already sprouted!!!
Read more on TrustpilotMany experiments, well done
Have ordered many different seeds over last six years, many experiments to see what will thrive in south Texas, especially 100 degrees! All experiments have started well and only failed due to extremely harsh conditions, like a large and hungry deer herd (salvias, rudbeckia, and zinnia are best). Fantastic prices, quantities, speedy delivery! Great company!
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Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
75F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
7 - 21 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
No
DEPTH
Cover seed lightly with peat moss
SOWING RATE
2 - 4 seeds per plant or approximately 9 lbs per acre
MOISTURE
Keep soil slightly moist but not wet until germination
PLANT SPACING
12 inches
Zinnia (Zinnia Elegans Lilliput Mix) - Perfect for the front yard flower border, grow this semi-dwarf variety from Zinnia seeds. Zinnias are hardy plants that will do well in all types of weather. This Lilliput Zinnia mix has shades of pink, yellow, white and red, and these flowers will blossom 6 - 8 weeks after sowing the flower seeds. This shorter growing variety features a wide range of brilliant colors and double 1 inch round pompon-like blooms. Lilliput Zinnias are the perfect size for container plantings or grow them in the front of the flower border. They prefer full sun and soil that does not hold water. Hummingbirds love them, but thankfully, deer do not bother them!
Common Questions
How do I condition my cut zinnia flowers?
Bring a bucket of water with you to the garden when you cut your flowers and put them in the water as soon as you cut them. This will allow them to take up water through the freshly cut stem. Cut on an angle to give more surface area for the water to be taken up. Keep them out of the direct sun.
Do I need to stake my zinnias?
Taller varieties may benefit from staking, especially if they are in a windy area.
Why are my zinnias tall and thin with much smaller flowers than expected?
If zinnias are planted too closely, they will produce tall plants and much smaller flowers. Always follow the recommended spacing on the planting instructions.
Can I encourage more blooms on my zinnia plants?
Yes, first you will need to ensure your plants are in a full sun area to get a good bloom season from your plants. You can pinch the main growth of young plants when they are about 12 inches tall to encourage more branching which will increase your number of blooms. Also, deadhead your spent blooms throughout summer to encourage a longer bloom season.
Will flowers attract any pollinators to my garden?
Yes, butterflies and hummingbirds enjoy these flowers.
Will deer eat my flowers?
No, deer tend to avoid these plants.
Can I grow in containers?
Yes, these flowers can do well in a container.
What are some good companion plants for zinnia?
Zinnia plants can be complimented with marigolds, cosmos, nasturtiums, salvia, ageratum. Cleome, dahlia, verbena or sunflowers just to name a few.
