How to Grow Stunning Zinnias: A Step-by-Step Guide for Your Garden
How to Grow Vibrant Zinnias from Seed in Simple Steps
Every gardener dreams of creating a vibrant flower bed on their plot. The "Garden at the Dacha" channel shares which flowers to sow as seedlings by mid-May to enjoy their beauty and fragrance all season long.
Today, we're talking about zinnias—hardy yet finicky flowers with a few key growing secrets. Here's how to get them right.
First, choose the right containers. Sow zinnias directly into 0.5-liter cups—this makes transplanting the seedlings into open ground much easier later on.
The second trick is preparing the perfect soil mix. Use neutral peat-based compost and don't forget to add a slow-release fertilizer for long-term nourishment.
Before planting, moisten the soil, then place each seed point-down in the hole. Cover with soil and water gently with warm water.
Zinnias germinate best in a mini-greenhouse environment—simply cover the cups with plastic wrap or a bag. Once the first sprouts appear, remove the covering.
For healthy seedlings, maintain an indoor temperature of 20°C (68°F). If it gets too hot, the plants will grow leggy, weakening their future blooms. Follow these tips, and your zinnias will reward you with a burst of color all summer!
