Zinnias: Cut Flowers from Your Own Garden
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The more you cut zinnias, the more they bloom. How to sow them and which varieties to choose.
Sowing
Zinnias dislike being transplanted — it is best to sow them directly outside from mid-May. For earlier flowering, raise seedlings in individual pots 4 weeks beforehand.
The seeds germinate in 4–7 days in warmth.
Pinching
When the plant is 20–25 cm tall, pinch out the tip above the third pair of leaves. This way it forms many stems and flowers instead of just one.
Care
- Full sun and good air circulation.
- Water at the base — powdery mildew loves wet leaves.
- Spacing: 25–30 cm.
Cutting for bouquets
Cut when the stem below the flower is firm — give it a shake: if the flower wobbles, it is too early. A well-cut zinnia lasts a week in a vase.
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