Flower Zinnia Solid Color Canary Bird lights up sunny gardens with cheerful, bright-yellow flowers measuring approximately 4 to 5 inches across. Grow a patch for fresh bouquets, weave yellow through a colorful border or make it the centerpiece of a cutting garden. These vigorous warm-season plants begin flowering in approximately 90 days, with timing depending on your conditions. Regular cutting and deadheading help keep the display going. Each packet contains 500 non-GMO, heirloom, open-pollinated seeds.

Germination Rate: 98%. Test Date: 7/26. AWSC.

There is not Texas minimum germination rate for flowers.

Why Choose Canary Bird Zinnia?

• Sunny yellow color: Bright, solid-yellow blooms bring cheerful contrast to beds and arrangements, pairing especially well with red and orange flowers.
• Large blooms: Approximately 4 to 5 inch flower heads give the variety a strong presence in the garden and vase.
• Cut-flower appeal: Harvest sturdy, fully open blooms for fresh bouquets and encourage additional flowering through regular cutting.
• Warm-season performance: Zinnias enjoy summer warmth, with established plants tolerating some dry conditions. Consistent moisture still supports better flowering.
• Extended color: Regular deadheading helps maintain flowering through the warm season until frost ends growth.
• Heirloom and open-pollinated: Enjoy a traditional variety and save seed from mature, dry flower heads, noting that nearby zinnias can cross-pollinate.

Planting Tips for Success

• Plant after frost: Direct sow when frost danger has passed and the soil has warmed. A later sowing can extend the season where enough frost-free time remains.
• Full sun: Choose a site receiving approximately 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily for strong growth and abundant blooms.
• Soil and depth: Sow approximately 1/4 inch deep in well-drained soil. Keep the seedbed evenly moist during germination.
• Spacing: Thin seedlings approximately 9 to 12 inches apart, allowing more space where vigorous growth or humid conditions call for better airflow.
• Watering: Water at the base rather than over the leaves. Adjust watering to rainfall, heat and soil drainage instead of following a fixed schedule.
• Fertilizing: Feed lightly according to soil needs and fertilizer label directions. Excess nitrogen can encourage leafy growth over flowers.
• Branching and support: Pinch the growing tip when plants are about 8 to 12 inches tall if a bushier habit is desired. Use flower netting or stakes in windy cutting beds.
• Harvesting: Cut fully open blooms when stems feel firm beneath the flower. Place cut stems promptly in clean water and remove foliage below the waterline.
• Continued flowering: Remove spent blooms regularly unless leaving selected heads to mature for seed saving.

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Ways to Use Canary Bird Zinnia

• Cutting gardens: Plant a dedicated patch for cheerful yellow bouquets and mixed arrangements.
• Color blocking: Create a sunny-yellow drift or combine with reds and oranges for a warm palette.
• Borders and beds: Add large blooms to a sunny flower border, allowing room for the plants to develop.
• Large containers: Use generous pots with drainage, adequate root space and consistent watering.
• Pollinator plantings: Include zinnias in a varied flower garden that offers different bloom shapes and flowering times.

Order Canary Bird Zinnia Seeds Today

Plant 500 heirloom seeds and grow bright-yellow blooms for your garden and fresh bouquets.

Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Bloom size, shade, height and flowering time vary with climate, soil, weather and care. Open-pollinated plants may show natural variation.
• Seed Storage: Keep unused seeds sealed in a cool, dry, dark location away from moisture and heat. Avoid condensation if storing refrigerated seeds.
• Planting Zones: Grow as a frost-sensitive warm-season annual. Match sowing dates to local frost dates and allow enough time for flowering. Consult your local extension office for regional guidance.

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