Zinnia Double Scarlet Mixed Flower Seeds

About Zinnia Double Scarlet Mixed Flower Seeds

A fast-growing summer annual with double scarlet blooms. Great for beginners and for cutting.

• Botanical name: Zinnia elegans
• Care level: Easy
• Expected germination time: 5-10 days under suitable conditions*

How to Grow

1. Fill a seedling tray or small pot with a fine, clean, well-draining seed-starting mix.
2. Sow at the right depth — About 0.5 cm — cover with light soil..
3. Water gently with a spray bottle so the seeds are not displaced. Keep the medium moist, not waterlogged.
4. Place the tray where it gets the right light for this plant (full sun). Protect young seedlings from harsh afternoon sun.
5. Under suitable conditions, sprouts usually appear in 5-10 days.

Light, water, soil and feeding

• Light: Full sun
• Water: Water when the top inch of soil dries. Do not wet the leaves — it invites mildew.
• Soil: Well-draining garden soil with compost.
• Temperature: Warm-season plant, 20-35C best.
• Fertiliser: Balanced liquid feed every 2–3 weeks once budding starts.

Sowing season in India

North India: February–March and June–July. Almost year-round in mild climates. Exact timing depends on your local temperature and conditions.

Common problems

Powdery mildew in humid weather; leggy growth in shade.

*Germination time is an expected range under suitable temperature, moisture, sowing depth and storage conditions. Natural germination cannot be guaranteed.