Zinnia elegans Benary's Giant Deep Red

Zinnia elegans Benary's Giant Deep Red

Zinnia elegans 'Benary's Giant Deep Red' is a high-performance zinnia variety, prized for its large, fully double dahlia-like blooms in an intense deep red shade. With strong, long stems, excellent heat tolerance, and disease resistance, this variety is a top choice for cut flower growers, garden borders, and pollinator-friendly landscapes.

As a cut-and-come-again variety, 'Benary's Giant Deep Red' produces multiple cuts per season, ensuring continuous, vibrant blooms throughout the summer and into early autumn. Its long vase life and sturdy stems make it an exceptional choice for fresh bouquets and floral arrangements.

Key Features:

✔ Large, fully double deep red blooms
✔ Strong, long stems—ideal for cut flowers
✔ Heat-tolerant and highly resistant to powdery mildew
✔ Cut-and-come-again variety for multiple harvests
✔ Attracts bees, butterflies, and pollinators

Growing Information:

• Days to Maturity: 75-90 days
• Plant Height: 90-120 cm (36-48 in)
• Plant Spacing: 20-30 cm (8-12 in)
• Light Requirement: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Fertile, well-drained soil (pH 5.8-6.8)
• Vase Life: 7-10 days
• Best Uses: Cut flower production, bedding plants, pollinator gardens

How to Grow Zinnia 'Benary's Giant Deep Red'

Sowing Instructions:

• Indoor Sowing (Recommended):

  • Start indoors 4-6 weeks before transplanting.
  • Sow 1 seed per plug in well-drained, nutrient-low media with pH 5.8-6.2.
  • Cover lightly with vermiculite.
  • Germination occurs in 7-10 days at 20-22°C (68-72°F).

• Direct Sowing:

  • Sow ¼ inch deep directly in the field after the last frost.
  • Thin seedlings to 8-12 inches (20-30 cm) apart for optimal growth.

Growing On:

• Transplant at two true leaf stage into well-drained soil.
• Maintain a temperature of 15-18°C (60-65°F) for strong growth.
• Fertilize weekly with 100-150 ppm nitrogen, using a balanced mix.
• Pinching recommended at 30 cm (12 in) height to encourage branching.

Care Tips:

• Avoid high ammonium and nitrogen levels, as excess nitrogen weakens stems.
• Apply magnesium sulfate (0.05%) and iron chelate as needed to prevent deficiencies.
• Harden plants before transplanting by gradually lowering temperatures to 12-14°C (54-57°F).
• Protect against strong winds when planting in open fields.

Why Choose 'Benary's Giant Deep Red' Zinnia?

✔ Intensely deep red, dahlia-like blooms for striking floral displays
✔ Perfect for fresh-cut bouquets with long, sturdy stems
✔ Easy to grow, heat-tolerant, and highly resistant to disease

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