Zinnias are vibrant annual flowers known for their bold colors and long-lasting blooms. They come in shades of red, pink, orange, yellow, white, and purple, with daisy-like petals arranged in layers around a central disk. Easy to grow and heat-tolerant, Zinnias are perfect for adding a splash of color to garden beds, borders, and containers.
 
Uses:
Ornamental: Ideal for cutting gardens and bouquets thanks to their sturdy stems and vivid hues.
Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects.
Landscape: Great for mass plantings or mixed flower beds.
 
How to Plant:
Timing: Sow outdoors after the last frost when soil is warm, or start indoors 4–6 weeks earlier.
Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil.
Sunlight: Full sun for best blooms.
Spacing: 6–18 inches apart depending on variety.
Germination: 7–10 days at 70–75°F.
Watering: Water at the base to avoid wetting foliage; keep soil evenly moist.
 
Companion Planting Tips:
Good Companions: Basil, marigolds, and cosmos (they share similar growing conditions and attract pollinators).
Avoid: Plants that require heavy shade or overly wet soil.