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Zinnia Peppermint Stick - Vibrant Striped & Blotched Flowers, Ideal for Mass Plantings & Centerpieces, Hearty Growth, Easy-to-Grow
$3.99 CAD
Maturity

70 Days
Sunlight

Full Sun
Watering

Regular

Difficulty

Easy to grow
Life cycle

Annual
Grow Zones

3 - 11

Quick Reference

Zones

Plant Hardiness Zones describe the average minimum winter temperature for a region. They tell you where a plant can reliably survive outdoors. For example, Zone 5 can handle colder winters than Zone 9. Matching a plant to your zone increases the chance of long-term success.

Days

  • For food crops: Days to maturity is the expected number of days from planting to first harvest. This helps gardeners plan their growing season and time their harvests.
  • For non-food plants: Days to germination indicates how long it usually takes seeds to sprout under normal conditions. This is key for starting seeds successfully.

Types

  • F1 (Hybrid): A cross between two parent varieties. Hybrids are bred for vigor, uniformity, and specific traits such as disease resistance. Seeds saved from F1 plants don’t grow true to type. That means if you try to regrow them from seed, the plant won't necessarily be the same as last year's
  • OP (Open-Pollinated): Varieties that naturally pollinate and remain stable across generations. Seeds can be saved and replanted with consistent results.
  • HM (Heirloom): An open-pollinated variety that has been handed down for many generations. Heirlooms are valued for flavor, tradition, and genetic diversity.

Grows

  • Outdoors: Well-suited for garden beds, raised beds, or open soil, where natural conditions are stable.
  • Windowsill: Compact plants that thrive in containers indoors, often needing only modest light.
  • Anywhere: Highly adaptable plants that perform reliably in both indoor and outdoor settings.

Lifecycle

  • Annual: Grows, flowers, sets seed, and dies in one growing season. Many vegetables and flowers are annuals.
  • Perennial: Lives for multiple years, regrowing each season after going dormant. Often used in landscaping or long-term food crops.
  • Sp. Perennial (Self-Perennializing): A plant that reseeds itself or self-pollinates, giving the effect of perennial growth even if individual plants live shorter lives.

Size

Indicates the recommended container size or soil depth for best growth.

  • “X″ Pot”: The ideal pot diameter (e.g., 5″ Pot), ensuring enough root space.
  • DS (Deep Soil): Requires planting directly in the ground or in a deep raised bed, as shallow pots restrict growth.
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  • Striking Appearance: Features a colorful range of scarlet, carmine, vermillion, orange, and rosy-purple stripes and blotches, set off by cream and dark yellow bases.
  • Optimal Growing Conditions: Flourishes in well-draining soil with moderate moisture; germinates optimally at 21°C (70°F).
  • Quick to Mature: Seeds emerge in 7-10 days with plants reaching up to 70 cm (28 inches) in height, making them perfect for timely gardening projects.
  • Versatile Use: Ideal for creating vivid mass plantings or serving as a captivating centerpiece in garden planters and landscapes.
  • Resilient Growth: Adaptable and easy to maintain; responds well to regular feeding with high-phosphorus and seaweed fertilizers to promote strong, healthy plants.

Transform your garden with the striking Zinnia Peppermint Stick. Known for its colorful range of scarlet, carmine, vermillion, orange, and rosy-purple stripes and blotches, this variety is perfect for mass plantings or as a stunning centerpiece. Whether you're a seasoned gardener or just starting out, these easy-to-grow seeds will bring vibrant beauty to your garden.

Sow outdoors in well-draining soil or start indoors for an earlier bloom. With regular feeding and care, these resilient plants will thrive, reaching up to 70 cm in height. Enjoy the burst of colors and the ease of growing Zinnia Peppermint Stick this season!
Size
How much seed do I need?

Seeds per gram: 120
Average germination rate: 85%

Package sizes

  • 50 seeds — 42 plants — covers about 29–42 sq. ft.
  • 250 seeds — 212 plants — covers about 148–212 sq. ft.

Plant growth and coverage

  • Upright, branching habit; excellent for mass plantings and cutting
  • Height: up to 70 cm (28 in)
  • Spread: 25–35 cm (10–14 in)
  • Spacing: 25–30 cm (10–12 in) on center; plan for ~0.7–1.0 sq. ft. per plant

Choosing a packet size

  • The 50-seed packet is ideal for home gardeners, container displays, and small borders or a few colorful bouquets.
  • The 250-seed packet suits larger beds, mass plantings, succession sowings, and market growers or landscapers seeking uniform, high-impact displays.
GROWING INSTRUCTIONS

Sow Zinnia Peppermint Stick seeds outdoors in well-draining soil as soon as the ground can be worked in spring. Lightly cover the seeds and keep the soil moist until seedlings emerge. For earlier blooms, start seeds indoors 4 weeks before the last frost, maintaining a temperature of 21°C (70°F).

Once seedlings have 3-4 leaves, reduce temperature to 15°C (60°F) to prevent legginess. Transplant outdoors after the last frost, spacing plants 12 inches apart to allow for growth. Harden off seedlings by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions over a week.

Zinnias require regular watering but avoid overhead watering to prevent disease. Fertilize bi-weekly with high-phosphorus and seaweed fertilizers to promote vibrant blooms. Enjoy these striking flowers in your garden or as cut flowers in arrangements.
SHIPPING & RETURNS

In Canada, we use fast shipping from our Canadian warehouses. You can expect delivery in 1-3 days.

In the USA, We use our US warehouses, and you can expect your order in 1-3 days, too.

No postaged lettermail or slow shipping from across the world. No customs fees or orders withheld at the border. Tracking numbers for all orders.

We strive to process and ship all orders in a timely manner, working diligently to ensure that your items are on their way to you as soon as possible. Our return policy covers you for late, damaged or defective products.

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