Zinnia elegans (previously known as Zinnia violacea)
Overview
Uses: Annual borders, cutting gardens, pollinator beds, cottage gardens, and mass plantings.
Benefits: Large, fully double bright pink blooms on long, sturdy stems with strong rebloom and excellent heat tolerance.
USDA Hardiness Zones: Annual (Tender in all zones)
Life Cycle: Warm-Season Annual
Sun: Full Sun
Growth Habit: Upright, Branching
Bloom Color: Bright Pink
Foliage Color: Medium Green
Mature Height: 30–50 inches
Mature Width: 12–18 inches
Bloom Season: Summer Through Frost
Growth Rate: Fast
Summary
Vivid bright pink blooms bring bold, high-impact color to summer gardens.
Benary’s Giant Bright Pink Zinnia elegans produces oversized, fully double flowers with strong stem structure ideal for cutting. The saturated pink petals hold their color well in heat, making this variety especially valuable for midsummer displays.
Plants branch freely and continue blooming when harvested regularly. Reliable in full sun and well-drained soil, this zinnia performs equally well in pollinator gardens and high-production cutting beds.
Care
Benary’s Giant Bright Pink Zinnia Care
Plant outdoors after all danger of frost once soil temperatures have warmed. Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil and good air circulation.
Water consistently during establishment, then moderately throughout the season. Avoid overhead watering to help reduce mildew risk.
Feed monthly with a balanced slow release fertilizer to support vigorous growth and repeat flowering.
Harvest frequently or deadhead to encourage continuous blooms. Early pinching promotes stronger branching and longer cutting stems.
Size
What Size is Benary’s Giant Bright Pink Zinnia for Sale Online?
Plants are greenhouse-grown and shipped healthy and actively growing. Size may vary slightly depending on the time of season. For current availability or sizing questions, please contact us.
How Large Does Benary’s Giant Bright Pink Zinnia Grow?
Plants typically reach 30–50 inches tall and 12–18 inches wide, producing long stems topped with large, double bright pink blooms.
Additional Information
Is this zinnia a perennial or an annual?
This is a warm-season annual and completes its life cycle in one growing season. Replant each spring for summer-long color.
Does it attract pollinators?
Yes. Bees and butterflies frequently visit the nectar-rich blooms, making it a strong addition to pollinator-friendly Annuals plantings.
Is it suitable for cut flowers?
The long, sturdy stems and durable blooms make it highly suitable for bouquets and fresh arrangements.
Are there other zinnia varieties available?
Explore additional colors and forms in our Zinnia Collection to expand your summer planting palette.
