Fiery red blooms that blaze through summer!
Zinnia Scarlet Flame is a bold beauty with intense scarlet-red flowers that light up garden beds like a midsummer bonfire. These easy-to-grow blooms are heat-loving, pollinator-friendly, and perfect for adding drama to your garden.
Variety: Scarlet Flame Zinnia (Zinnia elegans)
Growth Habit: Upright, warm-season annual
Height: 24–36 inches
Color: Bright scarlet red
Planting Conditions: Full sun; direct sow after last frost
Bloom Time: 60–70 days from sowing
Uses: Cut flowers, pollinator gardens, bold borders
Fun Fact: Zinnias are among the easiest flowers to grow from seed and bloom continuously with regular deadheading.
Scarlet Flame zinnias are garden fireworks, vibrant, bold, and buzzing with life. Their rich red blooms attract butterflies and bees while adding a punch of color to beds, borders, and bouquets. Whether you’re creating a pollinator haven or just want a splash of fiery flair, these zinnias deliver with style and ease.
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🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Full sun and fertile, well-drained soil are ideal.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Plant ¼ inch deep, spacing 10–12 inches apart.
💧 Water Consistently: Keep soil moist during germination and early growth.
🌿 Thin and Maintain: Thin to 12 inches apart for best bloom production.
✂️ Harvest: Cut blooms when fully open for fresh arrangements and continuous flowering.
