Zinnia Envy

Zinnia Envy stands out from the crowd with its striking lime-green blooms—dahlia-like in shape and full of fresh, zesty colour. A real favourite with bees and flower arrangers alike, it brings a cool contrast to richer shades in the garden. Try pairing with deep purples, reds or dark foliage for a standout display. An RHS AGM winner, and it’s easy to see why.

🌸 Flowering: July to September/October (first frosts)

📏 Height: to 60-75cm

🌿Annual

SOW
Sow in trays or pots from March to April. Cover seeds lightly with compost, perlite or vermiculite, and keep at around 18°C. Germination usually takes 1–2 weeks. Once seedlings are big enough to handle, pot them on—take care to minimise root disturbance. Or, from May/June, sow thinly direct into a sunny bed after the last frost.

GROW
Harden off indoor-raised plants before planting out at about 30cm apart in rich soil and full sun. Thin out direct-sown seedlings as they grow. Zinnias love warmth and good soil—and will reward you with bold blooms right through summer.

ENJOY
Punctuate your planting with these bold, lime-green statements for a fresh twist among richer tones. Sow in small batches a couple of weeks apart to keep flowers coming from early summer right through to the first frosts. Great for cutting, and a real talking point in any bouquet or border.