What does zinnia grow well with?
Flowers and Herbs for the Vegetable Garden
| Flower | Plant With |
|---|---|
| Zinnias, Sweet Peas, Cosmos and Larkspur | Anywhere in or near vegetable garden |
| Basil | Asparagus, Cucumber, Tomatoes |
| Chives | Asparagus, Carrots, Tomatoes |
| Dill | Asparagus, Beets, Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, Cabbage, Celery, Corn, Cucumber, Lettuce, Onions, |
Is zinnia a full sun plant?
Light: Zinnias grow and flower best in full sun. They can flower in part shade, especially in warmer climates with afternoon shade, but they may be more susceptible to disease and have fewer flowers.
Are zinnia flowers invasive?
non-invasive. not native to North America – Native to Mexico.
How tall can zinnias grow?
Height/Spread: Varies by type. There are dwarf varieties 6 to 12 inches tall and wide, and others grow up to 4 feet tall and 1 to 2 feet wide.
Do zinnias flower all summer?
Zinnias love heat and consistently bloom during the hottest season of the year and their love of heat also extends to post-harvest care. They’re one of the few flowers we do NOT put in the cooler to condition prior to delivery or design work.
How quickly do zinnias grow?
Zinnias typically take around 2 months from seed to flower, although this can change depending on weather conditions. Here are some additional tips to grow zinnias: Choose a bright and sunny spot for your zinnias. Cover zinnia seeds with just ¼ inch of soil because they need light to germinate.
How tall do zinnias get before they bloom?
Zinnia
| genus name | Zinnia |
|---|---|
| height | 1 to 3 feet 3 to 8 feet |
| width | 12-18 inches |
| flower color | Purple Green Red Orange White Pink Yellow |
| foliage color | Blue/Green |
Can zinnias grow in hanging baskets?
Zinnias can grow in any type of container, including plastic or clay pots, wooden half-barrels, a window box or a hanging basket, but choose a container that has at least one drainage hole to help prevent fungal growth in the soil.