Astéracées • Zinnia tenuiflora

Zinnia Red Spider - Organic

"In a warm summer breeze, thin red flames flicker like arachnid dancers, weaving light and movement through the living flowerbeds."

$4.49

Number of seeds 35 seeds

The Red Spider Zinnia intrigues and captivates with its spider-like blooms: its thread-like, recurved petals form intense red corollas, above a bronze-yellow center typical of zinnias. Its striking appearance brings a unique contrast to colorful flowerbeds, flowering vegetable gardens, and gardens that value diversity and pollinating plants.

Originating from Zinnia tenuiflora , an ancient species from Mexico, this annual variety reaches approximately 60 cm in height, with an upright, branching habit and narrow, matte green foliage. Its flowering period extends from summer until the first frosts, sometimes even into October if the soil remains favorable.

In a harmonious garden, it finds its place among aromatic herbs, wild perennials, or native plants, where it supports active biodiversity. Its simple yet abundant flowering attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects, making it an ecological choice that is as aesthetically pleasing as it is effective.

Growing climate: Warm season
Sowing difficulty level: Easy
Care required: Regular
Growth: Rapid growth

Note: Sensitive to cold and frost; prefers sunny locations and well-drained soils.

Zinnia 'Red Spider' is primarily cultivated as an ornamental flower. Zinnias in general are used to add color to flower beds, borders, borders, and vegetable gardens. The flowers are prized in fresh bouquets for their good vase life and vibrant color palette, shown here in deep reds.

The uses are primarily aesthetic and decorative; no well-documented traditional culinary or medicinal uses are specifically associated with this variety.