This Week in the Garden
Zinnia Growing Guide: Planting Tips for Bright Summer Flowers

Zinnias are one of the easiest and most colorful flowers for any garden! Horticulturist Joellen Dimond covers different zinnia varieties from tall 4–5 foot plants to compact dwarf and miniature types, plus why their bright, flat blooms are perfect for attracting butterflies and pollinators. You’ll also learn the proper way to plant zinnias at soil level to protect the crown and encourage healthy growth. Zinnias are not only beautiful in the garden but also make excellent cut flowers, lasting a long time in a vase and blooming continuously from summer until frost. Perfect for beginner gardeners looking for low-maintenance, high-impact color all season long.

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