Zinnia elegans Swizzle Cherry & Ivory

Zinnia elegans 'Swizzle Cherry & Ivory' is a compact variety that bears a profusion of large flowers with bicoloured petals in contrasting tones of ivory and cherry red. An impressive Zinnia, which blooms all summer, perfect for borders, pots, and 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 rows of vegetables.

Zinnia elegans 'Swizzle Cherry & Ivory' has a compact habit, reaching a height of 30cm (12in) and a width of 30cm (12in). It can be easily paired with the Zinnia marylandica 'Zahara Starlight Rose' and the Cosmos 'Antiquity' in borders or containers.

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

Zinnia thrives in full sun and withstands high temperatures, as long as it is watered regularly. 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 may occasionally be susceptible to powdery mildew; a nuisance that can be easily avoided by not planting it in a confined area and being careful not to wet its foliage.