Select Seeds Zinnia Queeny
Best unique floral choice for home gardeners and bouquet enthusiasts.
This sophisticated annual brings a unique, moody palette of lime, mauve, and rose to the garden. Its double-flowered blooms are exceptionally long-lasting, making it a standout choice for fresh-cut arrangements throughout the summer.
$4.55
Who it's for
- Floral designers seeking unique, vintage-inspired blooms for arrangements
- Home gardeners wanting high-yield blooms with minimal maintenance
- Eco-conscious gardeners looking to support local pollinator populations
Who should skip it
- Growers in humid climates without adequate spacing for plants
- Perfectionists requiring absolute uniformity in every single flower head
- Impatient gardeners in regions with very short growing seasons
Performance breakdown
Floral aesthetic
The unique lime-to-rose color shift creates sophisticated, high-end floral arrangements.
Heat resilience
Thrives in sweltering summer conditions where other annuals often wilt.
Cut flower longevity
Sturdy stems and durable petals ensure bouquets last well in vases.
Pollinator appeal
Highly effective at drawing butterflies and beneficial insects to the garden.
Growth versatility
Adapts easily to both open garden beds and managed container setups.
Pest resistance
Naturally discourages deer browsing, saving you from constant protective measures.
Key Specs
Lifecycle
Annual
Mature Height
30-42 inches
Mature Spread
24 inches
Sunlight Exposure
Full sun
Planting Season
Spring
Seed Count
23
Water Requirements
Medium
Plant Type
Flower
Container Friendly
Yes
Pest Resistant
Yes
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