Zinnia elegans Oklahoma Carmine | Elegant Cut Flower Zinnia

Zinnia elegans ‘Oklahoma Carmine’ | Elegant Cut Flower Zinnia | Rich Carmine Blooms

Zinnia elegans ‘Oklahoma Carmine’ is a premium cut flower variety from the acclaimed Oklahoma series, valued for its fully double, medium-sized blooms in a deep, velvety carmine-red shade. Strong, upright stems and uniform plants make it an excellent choice for both professional growers and home gardeners.

This variety is known for its outstanding disease resistance, long vase life, and continuous flowering throughout summer and autumn. ‘Oklahoma Carmine’ adds warmth and richness to mixed bouquets and pairs beautifully with other summer flowers such as dahlias, celosias, and sunflowers.

Plant Details

• Botanical name: Zinnia elegans ‘Oklahoma Carmine’
• Common name: Zinnia elegans
  
• Family: Asteraceae
• Plant type: Annual
• Height: 60–80 cm
• Spread: 25–35 cm
• Flower size: 4–6 cm
• Flower color: Deep carmine red
• Blooming period: July – October
• Position: Full sun
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained
• Pollinator-friendly: Yes
• Uses: Borders, cut flowers, containers, bouquets

Sowing & Growing Instructions

• Sow indoors: March – April at 20–24°C. Sow thinly on the soil surface and cover lightly.
• Germination: 7–10 days.
• Transplant: When large enough to handle, transplant to individual pots.
• Plant outdoors: After the last frost, spacing 25–30 cm apart.
• Direct sow: Possible in May once the soil has warmed.
• Care: Pinch young plants to encourage branching. Deadhead regularly to extend flowering. Avoid overhead watering to reduce disease risk.

Ideal Uses

• Excellent for cut flower production with long stems and durable blooms
• Ideal for garden borders and summer displays
• Provides rich, warm color for floral arrangements
• Attracts bees and butterflies

Cultivation Notes

‘Oklahoma Carmine’ combines elegance, strength, and rich color, making it a reliable and beautiful choice for any garden. It performs exceptionally well in sunny spots and delivers an abundance of vibrant, long-lasting blooms from mid-summer until frost.