: any of a genus (Zinnia) of tropical American composite herbs and low shrubs that have showy flower heads with long-lasting ray flowers
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Add fertilizer: Working compost into the soil before planting helps zinnias grow better.
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Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Mar. 2025
In spring, view blooms like the layered ranunculus or cheery poppies, or stop by in the fall to find sunflowers, zinnias, and snapdragons in full bloom.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 18 Mar. 2025
Add in a container garden with spilling ‘Silver Falls’ dichondra, bright zinnias, or even a topiary.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 13 Mar. 2025
Answer: Start your seeds growing now to have zinnias ready for the garden in about six weeks.
—Tom MacCubbin, Orlando Sentinel, 22 Feb. 2025
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Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Mar. 2025
In spring, view blooms like the layered ranunculus or cheery poppies, or stop by in the fall to find sunflowers, zinnias, and snapdragons in full bloom.
—Jennifer Prince, Southern Living, 18 Mar. 2025
Add in a container garden with spilling ‘Silver Falls’ dichondra, bright zinnias, or even a topiary.
—Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 13 Mar. 2025
Answer: Start your seeds growing now to have zinnias ready for the garden in about six weeks.
—Tom MacCubbin, Orlando Sentinel, 22 Feb. 2025
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“Zinnia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zinnia. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.
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