100 Scarlet Flame Zinnia Seeds – Bright Red Blooms for Garden Borders & Cut Flowers

Scarlet Flame Zinnia is a vibrant annual flower prized for its brilliant red blooms that add bold color to garden beds, borders, and cutting gardens. The fully double flowers stand atop sturdy stems, making them excellent for fresh floral arrangements and bouquets. These easy-to-grow seeds are a favorite among gardeners seeking long-lasting summer color and pollinator-friendly blooms.

With their striking scarlet hue and reliable performance, Scarlet Flame Zinnias are ideal for mass plantings, container gardens, and mixed borders. The plants bloom profusely from midsummer until frost, attracting butterflies and other beneficial insects to the garden.

Plant Features

• Vibrant scarlet-red double blooms
• Long blooming season from summer to frost
• Excellent for cut flowers and bouquets
• Attracts pollinators to the garden
• Easy to grow from seed

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Zinnia elegans
• Plant Type: Annual
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged
• Growth Habit: Upright
• Bloom Season: Summer to first frost
• Mature Height: 24-36 inches
• Spacing: 9-12 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Scarlet Flame Zinnia seeds directly outdoors after the last frost date, or start indoors 4-6 weeks before transplanting. Cover seeds lightly with soil and keep consistently moist until germination, which typically occurs in 7-14 days at 70-75°F (21-24°C). Once seedlings emerge, thin them to the recommended spacing to ensure good air circulation.

Water regularly, preferably at the base of the plant, to prevent foliage diseases. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming. Zinnias are relatively low-maintenance and thrive in full sun with moderate watering.

What's Included

100 Scarlet Flame Zinnia seeds for planting.