Key Lime Zinnia

Key Lime Zinnia is a unique annual flower blend, celebrated for its crisp green and creamy white blooms. These zinnias add a refreshing pop of colour to garden beds, borders, and bouquets, making them a favourite for Canadian gardeners and cut flower enthusiasts. With robust stems and excellent vase life, Key Lime Zinnias thrive in hot summer climates and offer continuous blooms throughout the season.

Key Features of Key Lime Zinnia Seeds

• Produces semi-double to double blooms in shades of lime green and white
• Sturdy, long stems ideal for cutting and floral arrangements
• Exceptional vase longevity—flowers last well after harvest
• Thrives in hot summer climates and withstands rain with ease
• High resistance to powdery mildew
• Continuously regenerating flowers allow for multiple harvests
• Open-pollinated and non-GMO seeds
• Suitable for garden beds, borders, and containers
• Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators

Planting and Growing Key Lime Zinnias

• Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost, or start indoors 6–8 weeks before last frost for earlier blooms
• Plant seeds 0.5 cm (¼ inch) deep in a sunny location with well-drained, fertile soil
• Space plants 30–40 cm (12–16 inches) apart for best air circulation and growth
• Water regularly to keep soil evenly moist, especially during dry spells
• Days to germination: 5–10 days at 21–24°C (70–75°F)
• Days to maturity: 6–8 weeks

Care Tips

• Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
• Feed with a balanced organic fertilizer every 4–6 weeks
• Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering
• Monitor for pests such as aphids; use insecticidal soap if needed

Harvesting & Storing

• Cut flowers regularly for bouquets and to promote more blooms
• Key Lime Zinnias are annuals—collect seeds at the end of the season for future planting

Frequently Asked Questions

• Do Key Lime Zinnias need full sun? Yes—at least 6 hours daily for best flowering.
• When should I plant Key Lime Zinnia seeds? Sow outdoors after the last frost or start indoors for an earlier display.
• Can I grow Key Lime Zinnias in containers? Yes—choose a sunny spot and use rich, well-drained soil.