Zinnia Categories

Zinnia plants can be separated into three basic categories, as follows, and there are numerous variations within each category.

■ TALL VARIETIES These are the heirloom zinnias that were the mainstay of vintage summer gardens. Plants can grow up to 3 or 4 feet in height and produce flowers that can be saucer-sized, rendering them excellent for cutting and displaying indoors. Large swallowtail butterflies are particularly attracted to tall varieties, because the super-sized blooms provide excellent landing platforms. To encourage flowering, spent flowers should be deadheaded. Because of their height, tall zinnias can be easily damaged by strong winds and rain. To offset, plant in masses or beside a structural wall or heavy shrubbery. Commercial producers have isolated many cultivars based on flower color. Examples include ‘Benary’s Giant Mix,’ ‘California Giants,’ ‘Burpeeana Giants Mix,’ ‘Dahlia Flowered Mix,’ ‘Bon Bon Mix,’ ‘Envy,’ ‘Candy Stripe Mix,’ ‘State Fair Mix,’ ‘Peppermint Stick,’…

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