Comments on: Grow Great Zinnias

By: BriAnn, Team Floret

BriAnn, Team Floret — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 14:27:50 +0000

In reply to Sarah. If their foliage looks healthy then they may just need more time and maybe some compost tea for a boost of nutrients. They will usually take off as the season progresses.

By: Sarah

Sarah — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 01:05:35 +0000

My zinnias seeds were planted directly in good soil, they germinated, got about one to two inches and stopped and now it’s been about three weeks with no growth. It is so weird, I’ve never had trouble with zinnias. They are in a super sunny spot, are well watered and in good soil. I also live in Skagit Valley. Any suggestions on how to get them growing? Thanks!

By: BriAnn, Team Floret

BriAnn, Team Floret — Wed, 07 Jun 2023 21:54:44 +0000

In reply to Katherine. They should get taller throughout the growing season as you continue to harvest them. Planting them closer together per the spacing recommendations will also encourage them to grow tall. Hope this helps!

By: Katherine

Katherine — Wed, 07 Jun 2023 17:55:26 +0000

I’ve been growing Zinnias for four summers now but this year something has changed. I am in Toronto so I started them indoors at the beginning of April. They’ve now been in the ground for about three weeks (as of June 6th) and they are already budding up. I pinched them weeks ago and most are still about 6-8 inches tall. Some insect damage but for the most part they look great. The only significant change I made was starting my seeds with a small amount of Gaia Power Bloom (2-8-4) fertilizer and added more when I planted them in the ground. Should I be worried that they won’t get tall? Should I continue to pinch off buds or just let them do their thing? I really want big beautiful plants with long stems! As usual! Haven’t been able to find any info elsewhere on this. Thanks to anyone who’s got some insight :)

By: BriAnn, Team Floret

BriAnn, Team Floret — Thu, 01 Jun 2023 14:17:55 +0000

In reply to Loren Jones. Use the recommended plant placing on the back of the seed packet when growing in pots and containers and water regularily since soil in pots tend to dry out much quicker.

By: Loren Jones

Loren Jones — Wed, 31 May 2023 17:30:39 +0000

Hello,
I would like to grow flowers in pots. I have Zinnia seeds from Floret and wanted to know instructions on how to plant these seeds in pots. Is there a place I can find those instructions. I have purchased the Cupcake Pink last year and wanted to start now since the weather is getting warmer. I live in King County in Renton, WA. Appreciate your help. Thanks

By: Kathlean Faver

Kathlean Faver — Mon, 29 May 2023 21:39:46 +0000

Yes we have a small patch of Zinnias growing right now, but the thing I see is they are all so much alike. I really would like some new styles and colors, can’t wait for your floret seeds to start being offered. I grow enough flowers for pollinators fit our victory garden and some cut flowers for the house.

By: Shannon

Shannon — Sat, 27 May 2023 19:51:49 +0000

Shannon here,
Thankful for your sharing I didn’t realize how many different kinds there are and I’m excited to explore, figure out how these mix well with cosmos in a bouquet and white roses. My garden theme is sticking to moonlight garden and excited to see what these will look like at night with the greens and Ivory.

By: Steph

Steph — Thu, 25 May 2023 13:10:55 +0000

They remind me of my Grandma. Grandpa would plow one pass down the entire edge of his row crop field for her to plant a sea of zinnias each year. One in particular was for my cousin’s wedding because I threw out zinnia petals as her flower girl. I remember I also got to experience a hoop skirt for the first time too. I was only 5/6 years old. Zinnia will always have a special place in my heart.

By: Susan

Susan — Wed, 24 May 2023 14:04:45 +0000

Amy, sprinkle cinnamon in with the seeds, it prevents fungus and fungus gnats.