100 Violet Queen Zinnia Seeds – Tall Purple Blooms for Cut Flowers

Violet Queen Zinnia is a tall, easy-to-grow annual prized for its large, violet-purple blooms. These cheerful flowers rise on sturdy stems and bring bold color to garden beds, borders, and cutting gardens. The long-lasting blooms are excellent for fresh bouquets and floral arrangements, and the plants attract pollinators throughout the summer.

With their vibrant color and tall habit, Violet Queen Zinnias make a striking backdrop in mixed borders or a dedicated cutting patch. They are heat-loving, low-maintenance annuals that reward gardeners with continuous blooms from midsummer until frost.

Plant Features

• Tall, upright plants with large violet-purple flowers
• Excellent for cut flower gardens and fresh arrangements
• Long bloom season from summer to frost
• Attracts butterflies and other pollinators
• Easy to grow from seed; ideal for beginner gardeners

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Zinnia elegans
• Plant Type: Annual
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; water regularly but avoid overwatering
• Growth Habit: Upright
• Bloom Season: Summer to frost
• Mature Height: Tall (typically 30–40 inches)
• Spacing: 9–12 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Violet Queen Zinnia seeds directly outdoors after the last frost date, or start them indoors 4–6 weeks before transplanting. Cover seeds lightly with soil and keep the seedbed evenly moist until germination. Once seedlings emerge, thin them to the recommended spacing to encourage healthy growth and good air circulation.

Zinnias thrive in full sun and well-drained soil. Water at the base of the plants to keep foliage dry, and mulch to conserve moisture. Deadhead spent blooms regularly to promote continued flowering. Tall varieties may benefit from staking in windy areas.

What's Included

100 Violet Queen Zinnia seeds.