Flower Zinnia Solid Color Cherry Queen brings rich, fire-engine red blooms to sunny gardens, borders, and cutting patches. These heirloom zinnias produce large 4 to 5 inch flowers on vigorous plants that bloom in about 70 days. The saturated red color makes a bold statement in beds and bouquets, while open blooms invite butterflies and beneficial insects. Cherry Queen thrives through summer heat, giving gardeners a steady supply of long-lasting flowers for the garden and vase.

Germination Rate: 97%. Test Date: 6/26. AWSC.

Why Choose Cherry Queen Zinnia?

• Bold True-Red Blooms: Intense 4 to 5 inch flowers add dramatic color to beds and bouquets.
• Made for Cutting: Strong stems and long-lasting blooms make a productive cutting-garden flower.
• Quick to Bloom: Expect flowers in about 70 days from sowing.
• Heat Tolerant: Zinnias thrive in sunny warm-season gardens.
• Pollinator Friendly: Open blooms draw butterflies and beneficial insects.
• Heirloom & Open-Pollinated: A time-tested variety that can provide seed for future gardens.
• Non-GMO Seeds: Plants whose DNA has not been altered in ways that do not occur naturally through traditional breeding methods.

Planting Tips for Success

• Sunlight: Plant in full sun for the largest blooms and strongest stems.
• Planting: Direct sow ¼ inch deep after frost danger has passed and soil is warm.
• Soil: Use well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Amend heavy clay with compost.
• Spacing: Thin to 9 to 12 inches apart for good airflow.
• Watering: Water deeply at soil level and avoid wet foliage to help prevent mildew.
• Fertilizing: Feed lightly at planting and again midseason if needed.
• Pinching: Pinch growing tips at 8 to 12 inches tall to encourage branching and more flowers.
• Deadheading: Cut flowers often and remove spent blooms to keep plants producing.

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Ways to Use Cherry Queen Zinnia

• Cutting Garden: Harvest fresh red blooms for bold bouquets.
• Sunny Borders: Use in drifts for high-impact summer color.
• Containers: Grow in large sunny pots for patios and porches.
• Pollinator Gardens: Pair with other summer flowers to welcome butterflies.

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Important Disclosures

• Variety Disclaimer: Heirloom and open-pollinated varieties may show natural variation in height, bloom size, and petal form. Results may vary based on growing conditions, climate, and gardening practices.
• Seed Storage: Store seeds in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight. Properly stored zinnia seeds remain viable for 3 to 5 years.
• Planting Zones: Grow as a warm-season annual in all USDA zones. Sow after frost in spring, or late summer for fall blooms in Zones 9 to 11.

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