Zinnia in Zone 8a
Zinnia elegans
| Start indoors | Feb 25–Mar 4 |
|---|---|
| Direct sow / transplant outside | Apr 1–Apr 8 |
| Estimated bloom | ~65 days after planting |
Spacing: 1 per square foot (square-foot-gardening spacing).
Good companions
- Tomato — Attracts pollinators and hoverflies that improve fruit set and help control aphids.
- Cucumber — Attracts pollinators that improve fruit set.
Where to buy zinnia seeds
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See it growing
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