Super Yoga Scarlet Zinnia Blosskin

40 Seeds

This zinnia is well suited to warm climates, but in the Gulf it performs best during the cooler growing season. Protect young plants from extreme summer heat for stronger growth and flowering.

🌱 Best Sowing Time

• Gulf: September–November and February–April.
• Kuwait: October–November and February–March.
• Avoid outdoor sowing during June–August because of extreme heat.
• Ideal germination temperature: approximately 21–26°C.

🌿 How to Sow

1. Use a light, fertile, loose, and well-drained seed-starting mix.
2. Sow seeds 0.5–1 cm deep.
3. Cover lightly with fine soil.
4. Water gently with a fine spray.
5. Keep the growing medium evenly moist but never waterlogged.
6. Place the tray in a warm, bright location.
7. Once seedlings develop 2–3 sets of true leaves, transplant carefully.
8. Space plants approximately 20–30 cm apart.

⏱ Germination

• Usually 4–10 days under suitable conditions.
• Keep the medium consistently moist until germination.
• Avoid heavy watering, which can disturb the seeds.
• Provide good airflow after seedlings emerge.

☀️ Growing & Care

• Sunlight: Full sun is ideal.
• In the Gulf, provide strong morning sun and afternoon shade during extreme heat.
• Soil: Fertile, loose, organic-rich, and very well drained.
• Watering: Water deeply when the upper layer of soil begins to dry.
• Avoid frequent shallow watering and waterlogging.
• Water at the base of the plant when possible.
• Fertilizer: Add compost before planting. Apply a balanced flowering fertilizer during active growth if needed.
• Avoid excessive nitrogen, which can produce excessive foliage and fewer flowers.

🌺 Flowering & Maintenance

• Flowering generally starts around 6–10 weeks after sowing.
• Remove faded flowers regularly to encourage more blooms.
• Pinch young plants above a pair of leaves to encourage branching and additional flower stems.
• Maintain good spacing and airflow to reduce fungal problems.
• Remove damaged or diseased leaves promptly.

🌡 Gulf Climate Tips

• In Kuwait, grow Super Yoga Scarlet Zinnia mainly during autumn, winter, and early spring.
• During very hot periods, provide approximately 30–40% afternoon shade.
• Protect young plants from hot, dry winds.
• Ensure excellent drainage, especially in humid coastal areas.
• Water preferably in the early morning.
• Container-grown plants can be moved to morning sun and afternoon shade during extreme heat.
• Avoid overhead watering late in the day.

Tip: For Kuwait, October–November is an excellent sowing window for Super Yoga Scarlet Zinnia, allowing the plants to establish before the cooler flowering season.