• Burgundy Zinnia Elegans flowers blooming in a sunny home garden
  • Burgundy Zinnia Elegans Seeds for Planting with rich burgundy blooms for home gardens
  • Burgundy Zinnia Elegans flowers blooming in a sunny home garden
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Burgundy Zinnia Elegans Flower Seeds for Planting – Heirloom Non-GMO Garden Seeds

Burgundy Zinnia Elegans Flower Seeds for Planting – Heirloom Non-GMO Garden Seeds

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Key Features

  • Rich burgundy blooms add a bold, elegant touch to sunny garden spaces.

  • Zinnia elegans is a warm-season annual with upright growth and colorful flowers.

  • Great for flower beds, borders, containers, cottage gardens, and cutting gardens.

  • Performs best in full sun and well-draining soil.

  • Attractive blooms can draw bees and butterflies while flowering.

Growing Benefits

  • Easy-to-grow choice for beginner gardeners.

  • Adds rich burgundy color and seasonal interest to landscapes.

  • Suitable for garden beds, borders, and containers.

  • Provides flowers that can be enjoyed in fresh-cut arrangements.

  • Performs well during the warm growing season with proper care.

Seed Specifications

  • Common Name: Burgundy Zinnia

  • Botanical Name: Zinnia elegans

  • Plant Type: Annual flowering plant

  • Colors: Burgundy

  • Height: Commonly about two to four feet, depending on variety and growing conditions

  • Sunlight: Full sun

  • Soil: Well-draining, moderately fertile soil

  • Water: Regular watering; allow soil to drain between watering

  • Germination Time: Several days to around two weeks under favorable conditions

  • Sowing Depth: About one-quarter inch

  • Spacing: About one foot apart, depending on variety

  • Growing Zones: Commonly grown as an annual across USDA zones

  • Flowering/Maturity: Blooms during the warm growing season

  • Uses: Flower beds, borders, containers, cottage gardens, pollinator gardens, and cut flowers

Growing Tips

  • Plant in a location that receives plenty of direct sunlight.

  • Sow seeds shallowly in loose, well-draining soil and keep the surface lightly moist.

  • Provide enough space between plants for airflow and healthy development.

  • Remove spent blooms regularly to encourage continued flowering.

Seed Storage

Store unused seeds in a cool, dry, dark location. Keep the packet sealed or place seeds in an airtight container to protect them from moisture and humidity. Avoid heat and direct sunlight.

Unique Facts About Seeds

  • Zinnia elegans is part of the Asteraceae, or daisy, family.

  • Zinnia seeds are relatively large and easy to handle when sowing.

  • Zinnia flowers can provide nectar and pollen for visiting pollinators.

  • Zinnias are warm-season plants that generally flower best in sunny conditions.

Growing Instructions

Plant Burgundy Zinnia Elegans seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed and the soil has warmed. Select a location with full sun and well-draining soil.

Prepare the soil by loosening the planting area and removing weeds. Sow seeds shallowly and cover them with a thin layer of soil. Leave adequate spacing between plants to provide room for growth and good air circulation.

Keep the soil evenly moist during germination, but avoid excessive moisture or standing water. Under favorable conditions, zinnia seeds commonly germinate within several days to around two weeks.

For indoor sowing, transplant seedlings outdoors after the weather becomes consistently warm. Handle young seedlings carefully during transplanting to reduce root disturbance.

Zinnias grow well in fertile, well-drained soil. If needed, use a balanced flower fertilizer according to the manufacturer's instructions. Water regularly during dry periods, allowing excess water to drain away.

Maintain full sunlight throughout the growing season. Remove faded flowers to encourage additional blooms and maintain a neat appearance. Zinnias generally flower during the warm season, with flowering time influenced by planting date, climate, and growing conditions.