• Colorful zinnia cactus mix blooms with spiky petals on a lush green garden background
  • Fully bloomed zinnia cactus flowered flower in rich pink tones on a soft green backdrop
  • Vibrant zinnia cactus flowered blooms in orange and red on a bright green background
  • Close-up of spiky zinnia cactus flowered petals in bold colors on a garden green backdrop
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Zinnia Seeds - Cactus Flowered Mix

Showy spiked petals add texture to the garden and vase

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About the Variety

Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders
Edible
North American Native Cultivar

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Zinnia elegans

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

SEED TYPE

  • Heirloom Seed
  • Open Pollinated Seed

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

BLOOM SEASON

  • Summer

GROWTH HABIT

  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • Up to 30 inches

PLANT TYPE

  • Double
  • Cactus-Flowered
  • Cactus

COLOR

  • Mixed

So named for their unique "spiky" appearance, Cactus Flowered Zinnias have petals that form interesting textures, making them a heavy hitter in your garden, or vase designs. A favorite of crafters, florists and gardeners alike, Zinnias are easy to grow annuals, preferring warm weather and full sun!

  • • Easy to grow with spiky, multi-colored blooms
  • • Fast-growing and popular variety with prolific Summer blooms
  • • Thrives in bright, sunny growing areas

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring
  • Summer

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow
  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/4 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 6 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 79 Up to 80 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 3,889 Up to 625 Sq. Ft
1/4 Pound 15,556 Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft
1 Pound 62,224 Up to 10,000 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

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    Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 1 reviews.

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    It’s been a long time since zinnias have been planted on thr farm. These germinated and grew tall in one of the hottest summers we had in a while. I will plant them again

    Anita B. 5/5 Verified

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