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Common zinnia is most popularly planted in flowerbeds. Usually appreciated for its distinctively fluffy, bright blooms, it is also planted in vegetable gardens to attract pollinators and thus increase yields. The varying heights, sizes, colors, and forms available can suit just about any type of garden. Common zinnia can look particularly striking next to Purple fountain grass, Dahlias, and Toothpick weed.

Endurance, lasting friendship, remembrance

The elegant zinnia is a part of the Compositae plant family originating in tropical America. It has been widely planted because of its large and beautiful flowers with unique shape and long flowering period. It has become a common summer garden flower. Generally, the flower represents excitement. Mixed colors of the flower symbolize the missing of deceased friends; red ones represent steadfastness; white ones mean kindness; and yellow ones are an everyday greeting. People with this birth flower are enthusiastic and lively. They are easily excited by their surroundings. They are also very emotional, especially in the face of love, their thoughts are rather difficult to predict, making their lovers feel hopeless.

There are several recognized cultivars of Common zinnia, including the following common varieties :

Water: Common zinnia flourishes in warm, rainy conditions, needing watering twice weekly for optimal growth. This annual flowering herb is best grown outdoors in the warm season, benefiting from natural rainfall for healthy development.

Fertilize: Fertilize common zinnia every 2-3 weeks with a high phosphorus fertilizer (5-10-5 NPK) for optimal blooms and root strength. Use about 1/4 cup per plant, avoiding foliage contact. Reduce feeding in late summer and water the soil post-application for nutrient uptake.

Pruning: Common zinnia thrives with strategic pruning; pinch tips in early spring for branching and deadhead flowers for continuous blooms. Shape and remove dead stems in late spring. Regular pruning enhances growth, improves air circulation, and extends the flowering period for a healthier plant.

Propagation: Common zinnia flourishes through sowing in well-draining soil with consistent moisture. Shallow sowing aids germination; proper spacing ensures air circulation. Thin seedlings to prevent overcrowding and disease. With care, common zinnia produces vibrant blooms, rewarding gardeners with a beautiful display.

Repotting: For successful planting of common zinnia, apply compound fertilizer to the pot's bottom. After planting, ensure root irrigation and perform disinfection to promote healthy growth.