Zinnia Elegans Swizzle Scarlet Yellow

Zinnia Elegans Swizzle Scarlet Yellow Seeds

Zinnia elegans Swizzle Scarlet Yellow F1 is a compact, early flowering zinnia variety known for its vivid bicolor flowers combining deep scarlet with contrasting yellow petal tips. The flowers are large fully double to semi-double, creating a bold visual impact.

This annual plant has a neat, bushy habit and performs well in warm climates. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, producing continuous blooms throughout the season. It is highly attractive to pollinators and suitable for small garden spaces and containers.

Key Features

• Seed Type: Hybrid seed
• Bright scarlet flowers with yellow edges.
• Compact and uniform plant habit.
• Early and continuous flowering.
• Heat tolerant and easy to grow.
• Attracts bees and butterflies.

Plant Information

• Height: 25–30 cm
• Spread: 20–25 cm
• Plant type: Annual
• Flowering: First year
• Sun: Full sun
• Soil: Well drained soil, moderate fertility
• Water: Moderate

Seed Germination

• Seed depth: 0.5 cm
• Germination time: 5–10 days
• Ideal germination temperature: 20–24°C

Growing Tips

• Zinnias prefer warm conditions and good air circulation. Avoid overhead watering to reduce disease risk.
• Deadheading spent flowers promotes continuous blooming. Suitable for direct sowing or transplanting.

Gulf Planting Season

• Best sowing time in the Gulf: September – February
• Transplanting: October – March
• Expected flowering: November – May

Garden Uses

• Borders
• Containers
• Pollinator gardens
• Mass planting
• Cut flowers