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California Giants Mix Zinnia Seeds

California Giants Mix Zinnia Seeds

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California Giants Mix Zinnia Seeds bring vibrant, long-lasting color to garden beds, borders, and containers. Developed in 1926, this heirloom variety produces tall, sturdy 48-inch stems topped with massive 5-inch blossoms featuring open, rounded petals.

These fast-growing, heat- and drought-tolerant annuals thrive in full sun and attract essential pollinators including bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds. Perfect for cut flower arrangements, the vigorous plants produce continuous blooms from summer through fall, rewarding frequent harvesting with even more blossoms.

Key Features

Botanical Name Zinnia elegans
Plant Type Annual Flower
Seed Type Open Pollinated Seed
Flower Color Mixed
Mature Plant Height Up to 48 in
Bloom Size 5 in
Bloom Season Summer through Fall
Light Requirement Full Sun
Planting Depth 1/4 in
Plant Spacing 6 in
Hardiness Zones 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Sowing Method Direct Sow, Start Indoors
Water Needs Average
Estimated Shipping Weight 0.1 lb

Highlights

  • Produces large 5-inch heirloom blooms on stems reaching up to 48 inches tall
  • Ideal for vibrant cut flower arrangements and pollinator gardens
  • Heat- and drought-tolerant annual variety suitable for USDA zones 3–10
  • Deer- and rabbit-resistant with a continuous blooming habit

How to use

Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep in well-draining soil in a full sun location during spring or early summer. Space seeds approximately 6 inches apart. Seeds can be direct sown outdoors or started indoors for earlier blooms.

Frequently asked questions

How tall do California Giants Mix Zinnias grow?

These heirloom zinnias produce upright stems that reach up to 48 inches (4 feet) in height with blooms measuring around 5 inches across.

When and how should these zinnia seeds be planted?

Sow seeds in spring or summer at a depth of 1/4 inch with 6 inches of spacing, either by direct sowing or starting indoors in full sun.

Are these zinnias resistant to garden pests like deer and rabbits?

Yes, California Giants Mix Zinnias offer natural resistance to both deer and rabbits.

Do these flowers attract garden pollinators?

Yes, their large blossoms are highly attractive to bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds.

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