Queeny Lime Orange Zinnia
Zinnia augustifolia. Unique green tinted zinnias. The unique colour of Queen Lime Orange evolves from dark coral to a light peach with a dark center as the flowers age. The one of a kind double and semi-double blossoms in these attractive zinnias are excellent in bouquets, containers, beds and borders. Height 30-34". Approx. 25 seeds/pkg.
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Growing Information
Planting:
Start inside 6 weeks before last frost. Lightly cover and provide warmth (21-26 degrees C). Keep soil moist until emergence. Germinates in 5-10 days. Transplant after last frost into a full sun location, 6-12 inches apart. Direct seed after last frost when the soil is warm, sow thinly, 6 seeds per foot, 1/4" deep. Cover lightly but firmly. Keep surface from drying out until emergence. Thin after the first true leaves appear.
Growing:
Pinch out the growing tip to encourage branching. Water, fertilize, and deadhead regularly. Susceptible to mildew.