Zinnia

There are many varieties of this showy flower, which blooms in a wide range of colors and sizes from Summer through Fall.. Zinnia plants are easy to grow and start. Most home gardeners grow several varieties from seed. You can either sow Zinnia seeds directly into your flower garden, or start plants indoors.

LIGHTING REQUIREMENTS: USDA hardiness zones: 3 through 8

CARE INSTRUCTIONS WATER: Water regularly and let dry out. zinnias do not do well in wet soil.

FERTILIZER: Like most annuals, zinnias benefit from regular fertilizer applications. Apply a balanced fertilizer, such as 10-10-10 fertilizer, according to its package directions every three to four weeks during the growing season.

FLOWERING: there are many varieties of this showy flower, that blooms in a wide range of colors and sizes, from Summer thru Fall.

SOIL: Use well drained soil.

DISEASE: Zinnias suffer from a variety of fungal diseases, including oedema, powdery mildew and alternaria leaf spot. In most cases, no cure exists for infected plants. Planting zinnias in only well-draining soil reduces the risk of disease.