Zinnia Seeds - Benary Giant Orange

Zinnia – Benary’s Giant Orange ~25 Seeds

Bring bold, vibrant colour to your garden with Benary’s Giant Orange Zinnia. Part of the renowned Benary’s Giant series, this variety is celebrated for its enormous 4–6 inch blooms in glowing shades of vivid orange. The dahlia-like flowers stand tall on sturdy stems, making them a favourite for both cutting gardens and show-stopping borders.

Benary’s Giant Orange produces long-lasting blooms that hold up beautifully in vases, with excellent resistance to pests and weather. As a vigorous, branching plant, it keeps flowering from midsummer right up until frost, providing armfuls of cheerful blooms for bouquets. Beyond their beauty, zinnias are pollinator magnets, drawing butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds into the garden.

Easy to grow and highly rewarding, Benary’s Giant Orange is perfect for cut flower growers, cottage gardens, or anyone who loves a bold splash of colour in the landscape.

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
• Suitable for cut flowers (bouquets)
• Long vase life
• Deer resistant

Plant Details
• Scientific Name: Zinnia elegans
• Type: Annual
• Colour: Bright orange
• Plant Height: 36–48 in (90–120 cm)
• Seed Depth: ¼ in (6 mm)
• Days to Germination: 7–10 days
• Days to Maturity: 75–90 days
• Plant Spacing: 9–12 in (23–30 cm)
• Light Requirements: Full sun

Growing Instructions
Direct sow outdoors after danger of frost has passed, or start indoors 4–6 weeks before transplanting. Plant in well-drained soil in full sun. Keep soil evenly moist until germination, then water deeply but infrequently to encourage strong roots. Cut regularly to encourage new blooms and prevent plants from going to seed. Deadhead spent flowers for extended flowering.

FAQ
Q: How long do Benary’s Giant Orange blooms last in a vase?
A: With proper care, the blooms last up to 10 days and hold their vibrant colour well.

Q: Can I pinch zinnias for more blooms?
A: Yes! Pinching young plants encourages bushier growth and more flowering stems.