Zinnia Cactus Flowered - Mixed - Zinnia elegans - Vivid colour on any bed - Fresh Seeds

Zinnia Cactus Flowered Mixed (Zinnia elegans) is a standout annual with unusual, fully double blooms made up of narrow, twisted petals that look like tiny bursts of colour. Each plant grows to about 90 cm tall and forms dense, impressive clumps that quickly become a highlight in any bed. The flowers come in a wide range of shades, from clear white and sunny yellow to vivid pink, purple, and deep carmine. This mix is perfect if you want a cheerful, energetic summer display, and the long-lasting blooms also work beautifully in bouquets, staying fresh in a vase for a long time.

Sowing depth

Sow the seeds to a depth of about 0.5 cm. A shallow sowing supports even germination and gives the seeds access to light. Cover lightly, as sowing too deeply can reduce growth.

Sowing time outdoors

The best time to sow outdoors is April and May, once the soil has warmed and the risk of frost has passed. Seeds then germinate quickly and young plants grow strongly.

Sowing time under cover

To encourage earlier flowering, sow under cover in March in a bright place, such as a greenhouse or on a windowsill. Raising seedlings this way can lead to earlier blooms and more vigorous plants.

Planting out

Plant out seedlings in the second half of May, when the risk of cold nights has fully passed. Choose a warm, sunny, sheltered spot so plants settle quickly and begin strong growth.

Spacing

Space plants at 30 x 40 cm. This gives them room to branch well, form wide clumps, and produce plenty of flower heads through the summer.

Flowering period

Zinnia Cactus Flowered Mixed flowers from June to September. Blooms appear continuously, and removing faded heads regularly encourages further flowering, keeping the display colourful until the first frosts.

Growing

Zinnias grow best in full sun in fertile, free-draining soil that stays lightly moist. Avoid heavy, clay soils that hold water. Plants tolerate short dry spells, but watering during hot weather supports fuller flowering. Feeding with a fertiliser for flowering plants can improve results. Zinnias look most effective planted in groups and combine well with ornamental grasses and other summer flowers. The blooms are suitable for fresh or dried arrangements, and they also attract butterflies and bees.

Why buy from GardenSeedsMarket

When you choose seeds from GardenSeedsMarket, you can rely on quality and strong growing results. The seeds come from controlled production and are carefully selected for purity and germination strength. Orders are handled quickly and securely, and the GardenSeedsMarket team is ready to help with variety choice and practical growing guidance. This means you can look forward to healthy, vigorous plants that decorate your space all summer.

Pack contents

The pack contains 1 g of seeds. The packaging includes growing guidance and the sow-by date.