Description
Benarys Giant Deep Red Zinnia is a tall Zinnia elegans cut-flower variety grown for oversized, double-layered blooms in deep red to bright red tones. The rounded dahlia-like flowers can reach about 5 inches across on sturdy 4 ft. stems, making them strong choices for summer bouquets, bold borders, and heat-loving annual flower rows.
Why Grow It
- Large double zinnia blooms can reach about 5 inches across with a rounded dahlia-like form.
- Deep red to bright red flower color gives bold summer impact compared with softer zinnia shades.
- Tall 4 ft. stems are useful for cutting, bouquet work, and dramatic annual borders.
- Warm-season annuals grow quickly in heat and bloom more with regular cutting or deadheading.
- Includes 25 Non-GMO seeds for full-sun cut flower gardens.
Growing Information
| Botanical name | Zinnia elegans |
|---|---|
| Life cycle | Annual |
| Mature height | About 4 ft. tall with strong cut-flower stems |
| Light | Full sun |
| Bloom or harvest window | Summer through frost with regular cutting or deadheading |
| Seed count | 25 Non-GMO seeds |
| Flower color | Deep red to bright red double blooms with a rounded dahlia-like form |
| Sowing advice | Direct sow after the last frost once soil is warm, or start indoors 4-6 weeks before transplanting. Sow about 1/4 in. deep and avoid disturbing roots when transplanting. |
| Spacing | 12-18 in. apart in full-sun cut-flower rows or annual borders |
| Germination | Fast; often less than one week at 70-95 F with steady moisture |
Best For
- cut flower rows
- summer bouquets
- full-sun annual beds
- pollinator plantings
- cottage garden borders
- bold red color themes
Packet Details
Includes 25 Non-GMO seeds. Store cool, dry, and dark until sowing. Zinnias prefer warmth, so avoid planting into cold soil and keep young plants moving steadily without becoming root bound.
FAQ
How large are Benarys Giant Deep Red zinnia blooms?
Under good nutrition and warm growing conditions, the double blooms can reach about 5 inches across on tall stems.
Do zinnias need full sun?
Yes. Zinnia elegans performs best in full sun with warm soil, good airflow, and consistent moisture.
When should I sow zinnia seeds?
Direct sow after the last frost when soil is warm, or start indoors 4-6 weeks early in cells that reduce root disturbance.
How do I keep plants blooming?
Cut flowers often or remove spent blooms. Regular cutting helps encourage more stems through summer and into frost.
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