{"product_id":"zinnia","title":"Zinnia","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"402\" data-end=\"925\" class=\"\"\u003eZinnias are an essential annual for any ornamental or cut flower garden. With tall, sturdy stems and vibrant daisy-like flowers in a wide range of colours, these plants bloom continuously from mid-summer into fall. The blossoms are long-lasting in bouquets and much loved by pollinators such as bees and butterflies. Easy to grow and low maintenance, zinnias provide a bold splash of colour and are especially well suited for beginner gardeners or anyone looking to brighten up a border or patio planter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"927\" data-end=\"1166\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"927\" data-end=\"957\"\u003eWhere Can You Grow Zinnia?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"960\"\u003eZinnias thrive in Zones 3-9 and prefer full sun with well-drained soil. Suitable for garden beds, borders, containers, and cutting gardens. They do best with regular deadheading to promote continuous bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1549\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1199\"\u003eHistory and Historical Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1199\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003eNative to Mexico and the southwestern United States, zinnias have long been cultivated for their brilliant colours and simple beauty. Once known as \"youth and old age\" due to their ability to bloom continually, these flowers have become a popular symbol of cheerfulness in the garden and have been widely hybridised for use in floral arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1875\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1583\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1583\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003eZones 8-9:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow outdoors after the last frost or start indoors for earlier blooms.\u003cbr data-start=\"1675\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1692\"\u003eZones 5-7:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost; transplant after hardening off.\u003cbr data-start=\"1767\" data-end=\"1770\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1770\" data-end=\"1784\"\u003eZones 3-4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Must be started indoors and planted in a sunny, warm location after all danger of frost.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1551\" data-end=\"1875\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"2247\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest Zinnia\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1911\" data-end=\"1914\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1914\" data-end=\"1927\"\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds 0.5cm (¼in) deep, spacing 15-30cm (6-12in) apart.\u003cbr data-start=\"1987\" data-end=\"1990\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"2003\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water at the base of the plant to prevent mildew; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.\u003cbr data-start=\"2099\" data-end=\"2102\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2102\" data-end=\"2117\"\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut flowers when fully open; frequent cutting encourages new blooms.\u003cbr data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2189\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2189\" data-end=\"2205\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deadhead regularly to prolong bloom time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2249\" data-end=\"2626\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2249\" data-end=\"2287\"\u003eSeed Saving Tips for Future Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2287\" data-end=\"2290\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2290\" data-end=\"2308\"\u003eSelect Blooms:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow some flower heads to dry on the plant.\u003cbr data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2356\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2356\" data-end=\"2374\"\u003eHarvest Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e When petals are crisp and papery, remove seed heads and gently extract seeds.\u003cbr data-start=\"2452\" data-end=\"2455\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2455\" data-end=\"2473\"\u003eDry and Store:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dry seeds thoroughly and store in a cool, dry place in a paper envelope.\u003cbr data-start=\"2546\" data-end=\"2549\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2549\" data-end=\"2563\"\u003eViability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seeds can remain viable for up to 5 years with proper storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2628\" data-end=\"2707\" class=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2628\" data-end=\"2652\"\u003eCertified Organic By\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2652\" data-end=\"2655\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"2655\" data-end=\"2707\"\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48811206082802,"sku":"MF-FLOWER-050","price":4.76,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/4106\/0082\/files\/Zinnia_a90d4acb-7806-4566-b9fe-bc0cb6f6d9ec.jpg?v=1772481927","url":"https:\/\/homeandwell.ca\/products\/zinnia","provider":"Home \u0026 Well ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}