Why Every Gardener Should Plant Zinnias This Year

 

Photo source:  Rural Sprout

"When it comes to flowers in the vegetable garden, marigolds, nasturtiums and calendula are the first blossoms that pop into my mind. I can see them vividly, swaying in the breeze, bejeweled with yellow-orange petals, being visited by a great variety of beneficial insects.

So, for the sake of beauty, among other things, let’s bring them on over to the vegetable patch. Trust me, the zinnias will fit right in with the other flowers growing in your vegetable garden."  Comments from Rural Sprout

I have many packs of zinnia seeds that I should have already sown, but they will be the first to get started.  I love zinnias!  Some are tall, some are short . . . all with varying colors.  

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Keep Zinnias Blooming All Summer

 

Photo source:  This Is My Garden

"If you want a flower that can brighten up your landscape for almost the entire growing season, it’s hard to beat zinnias. Their colorful, daisy-like blooms are not only beautiful, they’re also incredibly easy to grow. Even better, with the slightest of care, you can keep them constantly flowering."  Comment from This Is My Garden

When I am serious about gardening, I always plant zinnias all over.  I love them!  Easy to grow from seed.

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