{"product_id":"100-cherry-queen-zinnia-seeds-cherry-red-blooms-for-cut-flowers-summer-gardens","title":"100 Cherry Queen Zinnia Seeds - Cherry-Red Blooms for Cut Flowers \u0026 Summer Gardens","description":"\u003cp\u003eCherry Queen Zinnia is a bold, cherry-red variety that brings vibrant color and long-lasting blooms to summer gardens. Known for its fully double flowers and strong stems, this zinnia is an excellent choice for cut flower arrangements, borders, and pollinator-friendly plantings. The rich red petals create a striking contrast against green foliage, making it a standout in any sunny garden bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEasy to grow from seed, Cherry Queen Zinnia thrives in warm weather and blooms prolifically from midsummer until frost. Whether you're a cut flower enthusiast or a beginner gardener, these seeds offer a rewarding and colorful addition to your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces fully double, cherry-red blooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent for cut flowers with long, sturdy stems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttracts pollinators like butterflies and bees\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlooms continuously from summer to frost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeat-tolerant and easy to grow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zinnia elegans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, fertile soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer to fall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 24-36 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9-12 inches apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds directly after last frost; light required for germination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eSow Cherry Queen Zinnia seeds outdoors after the danger of frost has passed, or start indoors 4-6 weeks before the last frost date. Plant seeds about 1\/4 inch deep and keep the soil consistently moist until germination, which typically occurs in 7-14 days. Thin seedlings to 9-12 inches apart to allow good air circulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eZinnias prefer full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly, but avoid overhead watering to prevent powdery mildew. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continued flowering. Fertilize lightly if needed; too much nitrogen can reduce bloom production. Harvest flowers for arrangements when blooms are fully open.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e100 Cherry Queen Zinnia seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67795530154294,"sku":"FOLIA2-322","price":27.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7222502927_knoq.jpg?v=1792671194","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/100-cherry-queen-zinnia-seeds-cherry-red-blooms-for-cut-flowers-summer-gardens","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}