Zinnia- Macarenia

Description

1. Bring vibrant energy and charm to your garden with Zinnia - Macarenia, a stunning annual flower variety known for its radiant, fiery hues. Perfect for garden beds, borders, and containers, this zinnia adds a burst of color to any outdoor space, making it a must-have for flower enthusiasts.
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3. Key Features:
4. Dazzling Appearance: Produces bold, bi-colored blooms with bright red petals and a striking golden-yellow center, resembling a festive rosette.
5. Prolific Bloomer: Offers abundant flowers throughout the growing season, ensuring continuous garden color.
6. Versatile Growth: Ideal for garden beds, borders, patio containers, or as a vibrant cut flower for indoor arrangements.
7. Attracts Pollinators: Draws bees and butterflies, enhancing your garden's ecosystem.
8. Easy to Grow: Perfect for gardeners of all skill levels, with minimal maintenance required.
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10. Specifications:
11. Botanical Name: Zinnia elegans 'Macarenia'
12. Plant Type: Annual
13. Flower Color: Red and yellow bi-colored
14. Height: 18–24 inches (45–60 cm)
15. Spread: 12–18 inches (30–45 cm)
16. Sun Requirement: Full sun
17. Blooming Season: Summer to early fall
18. Soil Requirements: Well-draining, fertile soil
19. Watering: Moderate, allow soil to dry slightly between waterings
20. Germination Time: 7–10 days at 70–75°F (21–24°C)
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22. Growing Tips:
23. Sow Indoors or Directly: Start seeds indoors 4–6 weeks before the last frost or sow directly outdoors after the danger of frost has passed.
24. Spacing: Space plants 12–18 inches apart for optimal airflow and growth.
25. Deadheading: Regularly remove spent blooms to encourage more flowering.
26. Fertilizer: Apply a balanced fertilizer every 4–6 weeks during the growing season.