Burpee Zinnia Big Red Seeds Flower Seed Packet Annual Full Sun Extra Large Bloom

Description: Burpee Zinnia Big Red Seeds Flower Seed Packet Annual Full Sun Extra Large Bloom Brand New Unopened Packet Intense flowers that are long-lasting.Flowers just 7 weeks from sowing, with huge scarlet flowers 5-6 inches across. As they age, flowers turn deep orange, providing a second dimension of color. Vigorous, upright 3-foot plants remain clean and bright long after other zinnias have passed; blooms as long-lasting in the vase as in the garden. Keep weeds under control during the growing season. Weeds compete with plants for water, space and nutrients, so control them by either cultivating often or use a mulch to prevent their seeds from germinating. Mulches also help retain soil moisture and maintain even soil temperatures. For annuals an organic mulch of shredded leaves lends a natural look to the bed and will improve the soil as it breaks down in time. Always keep mulches off a plant’s stems to prevent possible rot.Keep plants well-watered during the growing season, especially during dry spells. Plants need about 1 inch of rain per week during the growing season. Use a rain gauge to check to see if you need to add water. It's best to water with a drip or trickle system that delivers water at low pressure at the soil level. If you water with overhead sprinklers, water early in the day so the foliage has time to dry off before evening, to minimize disease problems. Keep the soil moist but not saturated.Until plants become established, some protection from extreme winds and direct, hot sunlight may be necessary. Good air movement is also important.After new growth appears, a light fertilizer may be applied. Keep granular fertilizers away from the plant crown and foliage to avoid burn injury. Use low rates of a slow release fertilizer such as Flower-tone, as higher rates may encourage root rots.Pinch young plants to encourage branching unless you are growing them exclusively for cut flowers and want long stems.Remove spent flower heads to keep plants flowering until fall. Zinnias make terrific cut flowers, and cutting the flowers encourages new blooms.Monitor for pests and diseases. Check with your local Cooperative Extension Service for pest controls recommended for your area.Remove plants after they are killed by frost in fall to avoid disease issues the following year.

Price: 9.49 USD

Location: Charlotte, North Carolina

End Time: 2024-12-30T08:12:21.000Z

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