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Common zinnia 'Mixed'

Zinnia elegans

Mixed is a variety of Common zinnia which is a member of the Zinnia family. Its botanical name is Zinnia elegans 'Mixed'. A type of Flower, it mainly grows as an Annual plant - which means it typically only grows best for a single growing season. Normally growing to a mature height of 40.0 cm (1.30 feet), Mixed grows with a erect-like habit.

Mexico is believed to be where Mixed originates from.

Mixed Common zinnia is normally quite a low maintenance plant and is normally very easy to grow - great for beginner gardeners!

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How to grow Common zinnia 'Mixed'

  • Full Sun

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  • Medium

Mixed likes a position of full sun and remember to water moderately. Mixed is generally regarded as a tender plant, so it is really important to plant out well after your last frost date. Mixed needs a soil ph of 5.5 to 7.0 (weakly acidic soil - neutral soil).

Growing Mixed from seed

Sow at a depth of approx. 0.25 inches (0.64 cm) and aim for a distance of at least 11.7 inches (30.0 cm) between Common zinnia plants.

By our calculations, you should look at sowing Mixed about 21 days before your last frost date.

Transplanting Mixed

Mixed is tender, so ensure you wait until all danger of frost has passed in your area before considering planting outside.

Harvesting Mixed

Common zinnia 'Mixed' information

How long does Mixed take to grow?

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When should I sow Mixed?

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