Crop guide / Flower

How to grow
Zinnias.

Long-blooming warm-season flowers for pollinator-friendly beds.

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Seasonwarm
Sun6+ hours
Plant spacing12 in
Container depth10 in

Start here

Direct sow in warm soil with good airflow.

Keep it going

Deadhead and give plants enough space to dry after rain.

Layout notes

Plan for the whole plant.

Leave about 18 inches between rows. The listed spacing is a starter distance for common varieties, so check seed packets or plant labels if your cultivar says otherwise.

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Practical nearby crops

Good starter neighbors for zinnias.

LegumeBush beansReliable warm-season plants that are easy to direct sow.CucurbitCucumbersProductive vines for heat and sunshine; a trellis keeps fruit cleaner.HerbBasilA sun-loving herb that fits neatly around warm-season vegetables.

This page is a maintained starter guide, not a diagnosis or local planting-date guarantee. Check your local Extension service and plant label before making seasonal or treatment decisions.

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