Zinnia elegans 'Benary’s Giant Golden Yellow'
Overview
Uses: Annual borders, cutting gardens, pollinator plantings, cottage gardens, large sunny displays
Benefits: Large, fully double golden-yellow blooms on tall, sturdy stems. Excellent for cutting, long-lasting in arrangements, thrives in heat and full sun.
USDA Hardiness Zones: Annual
Sun: Full Sun
Life Cycle: Annual
Growth Habit: Upright, Clumping — tall stems with strong vertical growth.
Bloom Color: Golden Yellow
Mature Height: 30–50 inches
Mature Width: Approximately 14 inches
Bloom Season: Summer through Frost
Growth Rate: Fast
Summary
Few annuals deliver bold, cheerful color quite like this towering golden zinnia.
Zinnia elegans 'Benary’s Giant Golden Yellow' produces oversized, fully double blooms in a rich golden shade that stands out across garden beds and floral arrangements alike. Each flower rises on a sturdy stem well-suited for cutting, making it a reliable favorite for gardeners who love bringing blooms indoors.
This heat-loving annual thrives in sunny locations and continues flowering steadily from early summer until frost. Its upright habit and vibrant color make it especially effective in cutting gardens, large borders, and pollinator-focused plantings.
Care
Zinnia 'Benary’s Giant Golden Yellow' Care
Plant after the danger of frost has passed and soil temperatures are consistently warm. Choose a full-sun location with well-drained soil.
Water regularly during establishment, then as needed during dry periods. Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings, but avoid prolonged drought during active blooming.
Feed every 4–6 weeks with a balanced slow release fertilizer to encourage steady growth and abundant flowers.
Deadhead spent blooms or harvest frequently to promote continued flowering. Pinching young plants at 6–8 inches tall encourages branching and increases stem production.
Size
What Size is the Zinnia 'Benary’s Giant Golden Yellow' for Sale Online?
Plants are greenhouse-grown and shipped healthy in a grow pot, well-rooted and actively growing at the time of shipment. For specific sizing questions or current availability, please contact us.
How Large Does Zinnia 'Benary’s Giant Golden Yellow' Grow?
At maturity, plants typically reach 30–50 inches tall and approximately 14 inches wide, producing strong upright stems topped with large, fully double blooms.
Additional Information
Is Zinnia 'Benary’s Giant Golden Yellow' a perennial or an annual?
This is a true annual that completes its life cycle in one growing season. It must be replanted each year for continued summer color. You can explore similar seasonal color in our Zinnias collection.
Is this zinnia good for cut flower gardens?
Yes. The tall, sturdy stems and large double blooms make it an excellent choice for cutting gardens and floral arrangements. Many gardeners plant it specifically for bouquet production.
Does it attract pollinators?
Zinnias are known to attract bees and butterflies throughout the blooming season, making them a valuable addition to pollinator plantings.
Can it tolerate summer heat?
Zinnias thrive in warm conditions and perform reliably in hot summer weather. For additional sun-loving annual options, see our Annuals collection.
