An Explosion of Colors in a Compact Format

Zinnia ‘Thumbelina Mix of Colors’ ( Zinnia elegans ), offered by Semences OSC.

Meet the first truly dwarf zinnia variety, ‘Thumbelina Colour Mix’. This mix features 4cm semi-double and double flowers, set elegantly above mounded foliage. With a garden height of just 15cm, these zinnias are perfect for borders, containers or rockeries.

Plant height : 15 cm
Quantity per pack : Approx 50 seeds (100-200 seeds/gram)
Companion plants : Lobelia, alyssum, petunias
Enemy plants : Cold or wet soil conditions
Suggested Uses : Containers, Edging, Rock Gardens
Plant Type : Annual

Cultivation method:

Sow directly in the garden in late May, when the soil is well warmed. Select a sunny site with well-drained soil. Cover the seeds lightly with soil and water moderately. Germination occurs in 5 to 10 days. When the plants are 3 inches (7.5 cm), space them 10 inches (25 cm) apart to encourage better flowering and stronger plants.

For earlier flowering, start indoors in mid-March in peat pots or Jiffy 7’s at a depth of 6mm. Maintain a temperature of 22C for germination, then reduce to 15C until hardening off and transplanting outdoors.

Add a vibrant, compact touch to your outdoor spaces with ‘Thumbelina’ zinnia, an ideal solution for small spaces or lush floral arrangements.