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Zinnia Seeds - Hot Cherry
SEASON
Annual
USDA ZONES
3 - 10
HEIGHT
8 - 14 inches
BLOOM SEASON
Late spring through summer
BLOOM COLOR
Cherry
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun to partial shade
SOIL TYPE
Well-drained, pH 6.0 - 6.5
DEER RESISTANT
Yes
AAS WINNER
2013
About...
(Zinnia Hybrida Profusion Double Hot Cherry) - Features 2.5 - 3 inch, daisylike double blooms on very uniform plants for big color impact in the flower garden. Excellent tolerance to disease including powdery mildew and leaf spot making this apricot zinnia excellent for arid regions.MORE ZINNIA OPTIONS
Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
75F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
7 - 14 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
No
DEPTH
Cover seed lightly 1/16 - 1/8th inch
SOWING RATE
2 - 4 seeds per plant
MOISTURE
Keep soil slightly moist but not wet until germinatio
PLANT SPACING
12 - 18 inches
Zinnia (Zinnia Hybrida Profusion Double Hot Cherry) - Features 2.5 - 3 inch, daisylike double blooms on very uniform plants for big color impact in the flower garden. Excellent tolerance to disease including powdery mildew and leaf spot making this apricot zinnia excellent for arid regions. This zinnia plant will ultimately grow up to 14 inches tall and 24 inches wide. However, in cooler northern climates, with a shorter growing season, the plants often are smaller.
Zinnias are one of the easiest annuals to grow, and attract butterflies to the garden. They thrive in the sun and heat of summer, only asking for well-drained soil. This landscaping series is designed for large plantings unlike the cut-flower or bedding varieties. Profusion is a dense, bushy, dwarf plant that covers ground and fills the garden with brilliant color.
2013 AAS Bedding Plant Winner. This award winner features rich rose, double petalled blooms which cover flower continuously from spring through frost. The bright color does not fade, even under high temperatures. Like all Profusion, Double Hot Cherry is easy to grow as it is self-cleaning, disease resistant and grows well in a wide range of climates, including areas with high night temperatures. The flowers can grow 2.5 to 3 inches in diameter and plants grow 8 to 14 inches tall and 24 inches wide. Profusion Double Hot Cherry is also the recipient of the Fleuroselect Gold Medal award for performance in European trials.
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.
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