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Peruvian Zinnia Seeds (Zinnia peruviana)

$4.95
Item #:
600163
Availability:
Usually ships in 2-3 business days.
Item #:
600163
Availability:
Usually ships in 2-3 business days.

Description

Harvested from the gardens at Monticello.
Although zinnias did not become popular garden plants until late in the 19th century, Peruvian Zinnias were grown in 18th-century gardens, and were sold by Philadelphia nurseryman Bernard McMahon in 1804. This annual produces flowers in shades of red and yellow throughout the summer. The small but attractive flowers are perfect for cutting and are very different from the improved hybrids now so popular.

Native Distribution: South America

Sow seeds indoors 3-4 weeks before the last frost date at 70 degrees F. Transplant to 6-packs or small pots once they have several true leaves, then harden off and plant outdoors after the last frost. Zinnias can also be sown directly outdoors into drier well-drained soils after the last spring frost. Approximately 25-30 seeds per packet.


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