Zinnia CAROUSEL MIX Carnival Colors Heirloom Classic Large 4" Frosted Blooms! Non-GMO 200 Seeds!Non-GMO Fresh Pure Seed! PRODUCT INFORMATIONCarousel Mixed Zinnia Seeds -Zinnia elegansA carnival of color and patterns, these beautiful Heirloom Zinnias will fill your garden with their beautiful blooms. Some might call them "old fashioned" -- but we prefer classic!A favorite of crafters, florists and gardeners alike, Zinnias are easy to grow annuals, preferring warm weather and full sun!A zinnia that's stuck in the 90's with its frosted tipsAnnual; Easy to grow with large bloomsPrefers full sun exposure FAST FACTSLIFE CYCLE: AnnualLIGHT REQUIREMENT: Full SunPLANTING SEASON: SpringCOLOR: MixedPLANT HEIGHT: up to 30 inchesPLANT SPACING: 6 inchesPLANTING DEPTH: 1/4 inchSOWING METHOD: Direct SowWATER NEEDS: AverageCOLD STRATIFICATION: NoHARDINESS ZONES: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10SHIPS: Year RoundPLANT TYPE: upright and tall with large flowersFEATURES: Open Pollinated, Attracts Pollinators, Attracts Hummingbirds, Cut Flower Garden, Deer Resistant, Easy to Grow & Maintain, Fast GrowingBLOOMS: Summer PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS FOR ZINNIASWHEN TO PLANT ZINNIA SEEDSZinnias are best started directly outdoors in locations where spring warms up early. Keep in mind that Zinnias are native to Mexico, where they have become accustomed to long, hot summers. They are classed as tender annuals and can be directly sown into the garden after all danger of frost is over and daytime temps are at least 50F and above. In cooler climates, start seeds indoors 4 to 6 weeks before your area’s average last-frost date. Harden off the plants by vacationing trays outside for a few hours per day before planting them in your garden.WHERE TO PLANT ZINNIA SEEDSChoose a spot that has full sun. Zinnias can thrive in a wide array of well-draining soil conditions.HOW TO PLANT ZINNIA SEEDSTurn over the soil in the area you want to plant your zinnias and work in 2 or 3 inches of compost or peat moss to help improve soil fertility and drainage. Plant the seeds only about ¼” – ½” deep and you should see seedlings sprout in four to seven days. Once the seedlings reach about 3” tall, thin them to maximize air circulation, and prevent powdery mildew. The dwarf varieties, reaching a height of 1 to 1 ½ feet, should be planted or thinned to about 9” apart, while the taller 3-feet varieties should be spaced about 1 foot apart.If starting your zinnias indoors, fill up your pots with organic potting mix. Saturate the potting mix with water and then place two zinnia seeds into each planting cell or pot. Press into the soil for good seed-to-soil contact and then cover with approximately ½” of the potting mix.Place your zinnias in an area that will receive plenty of warmth (65-70F) and light. Keep your zinnia seeds moistened, checking on them every day or two. Expect to see germination in about 7 to 10 days. Once your seedlings reach about 2 ½ - 3” tall, they are ready to be transplanted outdoors.Zinnias may be transplanted with ease, as it is possible to move the plants when they are in full flower! Although they thrive best in full sun, they will also endure partial shade.HOW TO CARE FOR ZINNIASWater the area of your zinnia plants carefully, do not get the stems or leaves wet since zinnias are prone to mildew. Keep your zinnia garden lightly moistened, and let the area dry out between watering. The beauty of zinnias is that you can spend your attention elsewhere while they bloom profusely summer to autumn.WE SHIP FAST & FREE! Your orders ship the next business date after payment via US mail. NO TRACKING. You can add TRACKING for $3.50 additional (see shipping charges). ORDER $10+ in the same day and we will ship in a Padded Envelope with a 50+ Seed Wildflower Gift Pack (500mg)ORDER $25+ in the same day and we will ship in a First Class Package with TRACKING and two 50+ Seed Wildflower Gift Packs (500mg each) CUSTOMER SERVICEWe will leave feedback for you within 48 hours of payment!Leaving Feedback for your seller. eBay guidelines: When you receive your seeds please leave a positive for us. If you have any problem at all no need to leave neutral or negative – message me and we will fix it! What should I consider before rating a seller's performance? In general, here's what you should be thinking about when leaving Feedback for a seller: Did you get what you were expecting, based on the item description? Was the item packaged appropriately (to prevent damage during shipping)? Did the seller ship the item within the timeframe indicated in the listing? (Remember that USPS is experiencing delays due to Covid.) Were the shipping and handling costs reasonable? They are FREE! If you communicated with the seller, were your questions or concerns addressed? Did the seller respond within a reasonable amount of time? Before you consider leaving a negative give the seller a chance to fix the problem. Negative Feedback directly impacts their business. If you don’t get your item within 10 working days message me directly. You do not need to do an Ebay claim – just message. Give me 48 hours to answer please and I will refund or reship. Please read the planting instructions! Some seeds require cold stratification. Some Perennials probably will not bloom until the 2nd year. Your success and happiness is our success and happiness!30 Day Return Policy If you need to return your item, we have a 30 day return policy. Please return it in the same condition it was received.