Zinnia elegans ‘Benary’s Giant Deep Red’
Overview
Uses: Annual borders, cutting gardens, pollinator plantings, mass plantings, and bold summer displays.
Benefits: Large, fully double blooms in a rich red tone with strong stems for cutting. Reliable flowering in heat and full sun with steady color from summer through frost.
USDA Hardiness Zones: Annual
Sun: Full Sun
Life Cycle: Annual
Growth Habit: Upright, Clumping — sturdy stems with branching flower heads.
Bloom Color: Deep Red
Mature Height: ~30"–50"
Mature Width: ~14"
Bloom Season: Summer through Frost
Growth Rate: Fast
Summary
Bold, saturated red blooms bring classic summer energy to the garden.
Benary’s Giant Deep Red produces large, fully double flowers that hold their color well in bright sun. The tall, strong stems make it a dependable performer in cutting beds, while its dense branching habit fills garden spaces with consistent color.
From early summer until frost, this variety continues producing when temperatures rise, making it a reliable choice for gardeners who want lasting impact in sunny beds and arrangements.
Care
Zinnia ‘Benary’s Giant Deep Red’ Care
Plant outdoors after frost danger has passed and soil has warmed. Choose a full-sun location with well-drained soil and allow adequate spacing for airflow.
Water deeply at the base and allow the top few inches of soil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid frequent overhead watering to help reduce mildew pressure.
For steady growth and flowering, apply a slow release fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during active growth.
Pinch young plants once to encourage branching and stronger stems. Regular harvesting or deadheading helps extend bloom production throughout the season.
Size
What Size is the Zinnia ‘Benary’s Giant Deep Red’ for Sale Online?
This variety is shipped in a greenhouse-grade grow pot and is well-rooted and actively growing at time of shipment. For current sizing details, please contact us.
How Large Does Zinnia ‘Benary’s Giant Deep Red’ Grow?
Mature plants typically reach about 30–50 inches tall and around 14 inches wide, forming upright stems topped with large double red blooms.
Additional Information
Is Zinnia ‘Benary’s Giant Deep Red’ a perennial or an annual?
It is a true annual that completes its life cycle in one growing season. For more warm-season color options, browse our Annuals.
Is it good for cut flowers?
Yes. The long, sturdy stems and saturated red blooms make it a dependable choice for cutting gardens and summer arrangements.
Does it attract pollinators?
Zinnias are frequently visited by bees and butterflies, especially when planted in sunny, mixed flower beds.
Where can I see more zinnia varieties?
You can explore additional varieties in our Zinnias collection.
