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Zinnia Seeds - Benary's Giant Lilac

Massive six-inch lavender blooms are exceptionally disease resistant

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About the Variety

Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders
Edible
North American Native Cultivar

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Zinnia elegans

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

SEED TYPE

  • Hybrid Seed

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

BLOOM SEASON

  • Summer through Fall

GROWTH HABIT

  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 36 to 40 inches

PLANT TYPE

  • Double
  • Dahlia-Flowered
  • Benary's Giant

COLOR

  • Pink

Zinnia Benary's Giant Lilac is a popular variety of zinnia known for its large, dahlia-flowered blossoms. Reaching a staggering six inches across, the entire bloom is saturated in a stunning lilac color. Changing colors as they mature, Benary's Giant Lilac actually starts out its most vivid shade of lilac then fades to a pale lavender over time. Long, thick stems make this variety an excellent cut flower choice or allow it to beautify your landscape where it will be adored by birds, butterflies, and hummingbirds.

  • • Disease-resistant and stands up well to heat, drought, and rain
  • • Highly recommended for both gardeners and cut flower growers
  • • Provide full sun and good air circulation to keep them healthy and vibrant

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring
  • Summer

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow
  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/4 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 9 to 12 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 25 Up to 80 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

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    Zinnia Seeds - Benary's Giant Lilac FAQs

    Is Benary's Giant Lilac Zinnia resistant to animals or disease?

    Benary's Giant Lilac Zinnia shows resistance to Mildew, meaning it's less susceptible to these under normal growing conditions — though resistant isn't a guarantee against them in every case.

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