Zinnia elegans Candy Cane Mixed

Zinnia elegans Candy Cane Mixed is a variety of Zinnia whose flowers resemble those of Scabiosa. Flowering abundantly throughout the summer, this Zinnia is offered to you in a joyful mix of bright and vibrant colours, and it is remarkable in borders as well as in bouquets.

Highly appreciated for their robustness, vibrant colours, and ease of cultivation, Zinnias are a reliable choice for the garden. Versatile, they can be planted in borders, flower beds, or even in the vegetable garden, between the rows of vegetables.

Zinnia elegans Candy Cane Mixed has a medium habit, reaching a height of 45cm (18in) and a width of 30cm (12in). It can be easily combined with perennials such as Rudbeckias or with other annuals such as Cosmos and Gaillardias.

Native to the southern United States to Argentina and belonging to the Asteraceae family, Zinnia is an annual herbaceous plant. It bears vigorous flowers with bold and vibrant colours on stiff and upright stems, with the size and shape varying depending on the variety. Its leaves are linear to ovate, pointed, and a beautiful medium green. Zinnia's flowering is generous, starting from July and lasting until the first frost. It is a nectar-producing plant that will delight bees and butterflies.

Zinnia thrives in full sun and withstands high temperatures, as long as it is given some water. It performs best in neutral, rich, and well-drained soil. Although not demanding, it can tolerate average garden soil.

To encourage and support its long flowering period, it is advisable to regularly remove faded flowers. Easy to grow, it can occasionally be susceptible to powdery mildew, a nuisance that can be easily avoided by not planting it in a confined area and avoiding wetting its foliage.