Zinnia 'Queeny Mix'

Queeny Mix (Zinnia elegans)

Queeny Mix Zinnia is a whimsical celebration of the Queeny series, blending the soft peach and lime tones of Queeny Lemon Peach, the delicate lime-to-orange transformation of Queeny Lime Orange, the unusual green-and-purple hues of Queeny Lime Blush, and the smoky rose-to-eggplant charm of Queeny Lime Red. Medium-sized blooms, mostly double and semi-double, create textured, painterly displays in garden beds, borders, or cutting gardens. This mix offers an enchanting palette for bouquets, allowing playful combinations that bring warmth, depth, and romance to floral arrangements. Each garden harvest is uniquely beautiful, with colour combinations that feel fresh, charming, and unexpected.

Vigorous and highly productive, Queeny Mix responds beautifully to cutting, continually producing new flowers throughout the season. Long-lasting in vases and adored by pollinators, these zinnias bring charm, whimsy, and abundant colour to both beds and bouquets. Ideal for gardeners seeking variety, romantic elegance, and reliable blooms, Queeny Mix offers the full magic of the Queeny series in a single, captivating collection.

DETAILS:

QTY: 25

TYPE: Annual

SITE: Full Sun

DEPTH: 1/4"

GERMINATION: 5-7 days at 21-24°C

HEIGHT: 24-36”

MATURITY: 75-90 days

SPACING: 9-12”

PINCH: When 12” tall


HOW TO GROW:
Indoors (recommended): Sow seeds into seedling containers 4–6 weeks before the last frost. Cover the seeds, as they require darkness to germinate. A heat mat will help maintain an optimal temperature of 21–24°C. Lower temperatures will result in slower germination. Do not allow plants to become root-bound. Harden off seedlings for 7–10 days before transplanting them outdoors after all danger of frost has passed.

Direct Seed (alternative): Sow seeds directly outdoors after the last frost. For a prolonged harvest, succession-sow every two weeks until midsummer.

Pinching: To encourage strong branching and a more abundant bloom, pinch the initial bud or bloom from the plant when it is young. Continue to deadhead spent flowers throughout the season.

Soil Preference and Watering: Zinnias thrive in full sun and prefer well-drained, fertile soil. Keep the soil consistently moist, but avoid overwatering, which can lead to mildew.

Fertilizing: Zinnias are heavy feeders. Amending the soil with compost before planting is recommended. You can also use a balanced, all-purpose fertilizer every 4–6 weeks to encourage continuous blooming.

Harvesting: For bouquets, harvest stems when the flowers are fully open but still firm. To check if a zinnia is ready to be harvested, gently shake the stem; if the neck is wobbly, it's not ready. Harvest in the early morning or late evening and immediately place in a vase of water.