About This

• WHAT'S INCLUDED IN THIS PEPPERMINT STICK ZINNIA SEED 2-PACK? This 2-pack contains 600 heirloom, non-GMO Zinnia elegans seeds total, with 300 seeds per envelope (2g each, 4g total). The variety produces distinctive candy-striped flowers in cherry red, white, cream, pink, and gold.
• WHAT DO THE FLOWERS LOOK LIKE? These zinnias produce double and semi-double blooms approximately 2–4 inches across. Cherry-red streaks and speckles appear over white, cream, pink, and gold petals, creating varied bicolor patterns throughout the mix.
• WHAT GROWING CONDITIONS DO THEY NEED? These warm-season annuals grow best in full sun and average, well-drained soil. Space plants approximately 8–12 inches apart and water at the base to help keep foliage dry and reduce conditions favorable to powdery mildew.
• HOW LONG DO THE SEEDS TAKE TO GERMINATE? Seeds typically germinate within 5–10 days at 70–75°F under suitable growing conditions. No cold stratification is needed. Maintain consistent moisture during germination without waterlogging the soil.
• HOW AND WHEN SHOULD I PLANT THE SEEDS? Direct sow approximately ¼ inch deep after the last spring frost, once the soil has warmed. Thin seedlings to 8–12 inches apart and water at the soil line. These frost-tender annuals are intended for outdoor growing.
• WHEN WILL THE FLOWERS BLOOM? Plants typically begin flowering approximately 70–90 days after sowing, with blooms appearing from summer into fall under suitable growing conditions. As warm-season annuals, they complete their life cycle within one growing season.
• How tall do they grow? 24 to 36 in. (60 to 90 cm). Plants grow upright with long, sturdy stems that work well in cut flower arrangements.HOW TALL DO THE PLANTS GROW? Plants reach approximately 24–36 inches tall, producing upright stems with double and semi-double flowers. Their long stems make them suitable for fresh-cut bouquets, cutting gardens, sunny borders, and cottage-style flower beds.
• HOW CAN I ENCOURAGE MORE BLOOMS? Regularly cut flowers for arrangements or remove spent blooms through deadheading. These practices can encourage additional flowering throughout summer and into fall. Grow plants in full sun and maintain adequate spacing for airflow.
• DO THESE ZINNIAS ATTRACT POLLINATORS? Yes. The flowers can attract bees and butterflies during summer and fall. Pollinator access may vary with flower form, as this variety produces both double and semi-double blooms. Suitable for sunny beds, borders, and pollinator-friendly gardens.
• CAN I SAVE SEEDS FOR NEXT YEAR? Mature seeds can be collected from spent flowers for future planting. However, because Peppermint Stick Zinnias produce varied bicolor patterns, plants grown from saved seeds may differ in color, markings, and flower form from the parent plants.

Overview

• Indoor/Outdoor Usage : Outdoor
• Brand : HOME GROWN
• Material Feature : GMO Free, Heirloom
• Color : Striped & Flecked Bicolor Mix - Cherry Red on White, Cream, Pink & Gold
• Special Feature : Attracts Pollinators, Candy-Stripe Bicolor Blooms, Double & Semi-Double Flowers, Heat Resistant, Long Cutting Stems Attracts Pollinators, Candy-Stripe Bicolor Blooms, Double & Semi-Double Flowers, Heat Resistant, Long Cutting Stems
• Expected Blooming Period : Summer to Fall
• Sunlight Exposure : Full Sun
• Unit Count : 600 Count
• Expected Planting Period : Spring After Last Frost
• Product Care Instructions : Annual - blooms the same season from a spring sowing. Cut or deadhead regularly to prolong flowering; keep foliage dry to limit mildew Annual - blooms the same season from a spring sowing. Cut or deadhead regularly to prolong flowering; keep foliage dry to limit mildew