Zinnias and other heirloom annuals are a nostalgic reminder of grandma's garden. DAVE BOWMAN / NEWPORT NEWS / MCTMuch has been said about the virtues of heirloom vegetables. Bred for taste, not ...

Although zinnias are heirloom flowers that have been cultivated for many decades, breeders are coming out with new cultivars with different traits selected to appeal to today’s gardeners.

You can choose between heirloom or hybrid varieties, each with its unique characteristics. Store excess seeds in a cool, dry place to save them for next year. Best varieties of zinnias for planting ...

If you love heirloom zinnias, there is Cactus Flower with large shaggy flowers composed of tousled petals (circa 1930s), or Polar Bear with snow white flowers accented with gold stamens (circa 1940) ...

Zinnias are the workhorses of the cutting flower garden. They are easy to grow and have a short time from planting to bloom time. They attract bees, butterflies and hummingbirds so are a great ...

I LOVE zinnia flowers! Plant some if you want to add a pop of color to your garden this year. These bright, cheerful flowers are not only one of the easiest annuals to grow, but they also come in ...

Want to try your hand with heirloom zinnias, cockscomb, rare peppers, homegrown edamame beans, or new cutting-edge flowers or vegetables not found at local garden centers? Whether for nostalgia ...

Zinnias typically branch from where the stem is cut, allowing the plant to produce even more flowers, Estrada adds. 3. Snip or Pull the Bloom Off.

Gardens are blooming across the country, and while you’ll likely see plenty of roses and brightly-colored zinnias on porches and patios this summer, one much-hyped trend is very, very dark.

Zesty zinnias (Zinnia elegans) are a Louisiana Super Plant for spring 2024. Zinnias are beloved flowers for the garden for their bright, cheerful colors and large flower heads on tall, single stalks.