It's hard to pick a favorite zinnia. There are a multitude of reasons to like each of them. That said, I am partial to the Queen Red Lime and the Queen Lime Orange. Especially with a few Tequila Lime thrown in for good measure.
I love the varying degrees of lime combined with the red and orange, as well as the different shapes.
They are reliable and produce in abundance throughout the summer.
The key is making sure to spend a little time at the outset, preparing the soil, keeping the area moist until the seeds germinate, and then a little watering every day or so until they take off.
They flower on nice long stems, perfect for cutting and bringing inside.
I don't know anyone who can pass by a patch of zinnias and not vow to plant some. My seeds are from Burpee. I have ordered from them the last several years and been very pleased with how they performed. I always sow way more seeds than is likely needed. I come from the "more is more, and that is better" school of seed planting.
Old saying: a little is good, more is better, and too much is just right.
I'm ordering those for next year!
Posted by: Leslie | 08/01/2020 at 08:44 AM
Carol - Thanks for all your wisdom, inspiration and occasional laughs! This year for the first time ever I have zinnias in my garden - and love them. My seeds are from Botanical Interests and I have Peppermint Stick, California Giants and Envy (because of your green ones). Tomorrow we are headed to the beautiful Oregon coast for a 4 day camping trip - it's high 80*s here and mid-60* there and there are low tides - my husband likes to rake cockles. I'm and taking a zinnia bouquet for the camper, along with my art journaling supplies and a Rosamunde Pilcher book. We'll do lots of beach combing, some bicycling, and seafood eating. Also bringing home tuna to can . Thanks also for the recipes (I've tried and shared many) and the book recommendations!
Posted by: Brenda | 08/01/2020 at 10:20 AM
I love zinnias. You have chosen an excellent combination. :-)
Posted by: Vicki in Michigan | 08/01/2020 at 12:10 PM
Brenda - flowers for the camper and a rosamunde pitcher book + art supplies = a guaranteed contented time. I want to go back to the Oregon coast. I have NEVER heard of anyone "canning" their own tuna! that sounds interesting. I am going to look it up. XOXOXO. carol
Posted by: carol | 08/01/2020 at 12:31 PM
Leslie: I love that saying. It could be dangerous :) but I still love it. Carol
Posted by: carol | 08/01/2020 at 12:33 PM
Vicki: thank you! carol
Posted by: carol | 08/01/2020 at 12:33 PM