Pinetree Garden Seeds Profusion Zinnia
Best low-maintenance annual for gardeners seeking vibrant, heat-tolerant container color.
These zinnias are the ultimate low-maintenance workhorses for a garden that refuses to quit. While you sacrifice the height of traditional varieties, you gain a self-branching, mildew-resistant mound of color that thrives in the worst summer heat.
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant, season-long color displays
- Home growers in humid climates prone to mildew
- Container gardeners needing tidy, low-maintenance plants
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious gardeners planning large-scale landscape projects
- Gardeners with limited full-sun planting locations
- Pollinator advocates prioritizing easy access for local bees
Performance breakdown
Disease Resistance
Superior powdery mildew resistance keeps foliage pristine throughout the humid summer.
Bloom Consistency
Self-branching habit ensures a dense, continuous display of vibrant red color.
Pollinator Appeal
Bright, accessible blooms act as a reliable magnet for local butterflies.
Heat Tolerance
Thrives in sweltering conditions where other annuals typically begin to fade.
Versatility
Compact size adapts perfectly to containers, borders, or mass landscape plantings.
Growth Speed
Reaches full flowering stage in just over two months from sowing.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Zinnia elegans
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
14-18 inches
Mature Spread
18 inches
Seed Packet Count
20 seeds
Days to Flower from Seed
65 days
Seed Germination Time
7 days
Recommended Spacing
8-12 inches apart
Is Organic
false
Planting Season
Spring
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