Zinnia Scabiosa - 3663

When to Plant: Direct sow in early spring after the danger of frost has passed. Sequential plantings every 2 to 4 weeks apart will provide continuous color and bouquets. Fresh Cut Flowers: Harvest bouquets in early morning or late afternoon hours. Collect flowers that are completely open, removing leaves below the water line. Zinnias have a vase life of 5 - 7 days. Overhead watering is not recommended. Harvest flowers regularly to encourage more blooms. Requirements: Adores full sunshine, prefers well drained soil. To reduce diseases, plant in areas that have good air circulation. Ph between 6.0 to 6.5. Apply fertilizer at a rate of 1.5 to 2.0 pounds of actual nitrogen per 1,000 sq ft. Use 1-1-1 ratio fertilizer is adequate. Apply a portion of fertilizer at planting, some in late June and a final application August 1st. Average Planting Success: 80% Height: 2 feet (blooms approximately 2 inches across)  Germination: 5 - 14 days Optimum Soil Temp. for Germination: 75°F Sowing Depth: 1/4 inch maximum Blooming Period: June - November First blooms appear 6 to 7 weeks after emergence. Seeds/Pkt: 100 - covers 10 sq. ft. Seeding Rate: 10 lbs. per acre