100 Whirlygig Mix Zinnia Seeds – Bi-Color Blooms for Garden Borders & Cut Flowers
Whirlygig Mix Zinnia is a cheerful annual known for its distinctive bi-color blooms that swirl together shades of pink, red, orange, yellow, and white. Each flower is uniquely patterned, bringing a playful, confetti-like effect to garden borders, cutting gardens, and container plantings. These easy-to-grow zinnias are favorites for cut flower arrangements, attracting pollinators and adding long-lasting summer color to any sunny spot.
With their bold, whirlwind color patterns, Whirlygig zinnias stand out in mass plantings and mixed beds. The plants are vigorous and free-flowering, providing a steady supply of blooms from midsummer until frost. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced gardener, these seeds offer a rewarding way to brighten your landscape.
Plant Features
- Unique bi-color blooms with swirling patterns
- Long blooming season from summer to frost
- Excellent for cut flower arrangements
- 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: 24–30 inches
- Spacing: 9–12 inches apart
Planting & Care
Sow Whirlygig Mix zinnia seeds outdoors after the last frost date, once the soil has warmed to at least 60°F (15°C). Plant seeds about 1/4 inch deep and 9–12 inches apart in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Keep the soil consistently moist during germination, which typically takes 7–14 days. Thin seedlings to the recommended spacing to encourage good air circulation.
Water regularly, preferably at the base of the plants, to avoid wetting the foliage. Deadhead spent flowers to promote continued blooming and to keep plants looking tidy. Zinnias are relatively low-maintenance and benefit from a light application of balanced fertilizer if growth appears slow. Avoid overhead watering to reduce the risk of foliar diseases.
What's Included
100 Whirlygig Mix Zinnia seeds for planting.