{"product_id":"zinnia-dahlia-polar-bear","title":"Zinnia Dahlia Polar Bear","description":"\u003cp\u003e150 Seeds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eZinnia Dahlia ‘Polar Bear’ produces large, elegant \u003cstrong\u003epure-white flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e, often around 10 cm or more across. The tall stems make it particularly attractive for bouquets and cut-flower arrangements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIt is a warm-season annual and grows quickly when soil and air temperatures are warm. Good air circulation is important because zinnias can be susceptible to fungal problems when crowded or kept too wet. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e🌱 Best Planting Time in the Gulf\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eZinnias prefer warm weather, but the extreme Gulf summer can be too stressful for young plants and flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGulf region:\u003c\/strong\u003e September–April\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKuwait:\u003c\/strong\u003e October–March is a practical main season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest period:\u003c\/strong\u003e October–February\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn warmer Gulf areas, planting can be extended into early spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid starting seeds during the peak of summer heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor a longer flowering season, you can make successive sowings every few weeks while temperatures remain suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e🌿 How to Sow the Seeds\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoose a sunny location with excellent drainage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrepare loose, fertile soil and remove weeds and large stones.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSow the seeds approximately \u003cstrong\u003e0.5–0.6 cm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover them lightly with fine soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGently press the soil over the seeds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater with a fine spray.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil evenly moist until germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eZinnias are particularly well suited to \u003cstrong\u003edirect sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e, and minimizing root disturbance is beneficial because young plants do not always transplant well. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e🌡️ Germination\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal soil temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e approximately \u003cstrong\u003e21–29°C\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination:\u003c\/strong\u003e usually about \u003cstrong\u003e5–15 days\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the seed-starting medium moist but not waterlogged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProvide good light as soon as seedlings emerge. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e🌱 Thinning \u0026amp; Spacing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eOnce seedlings are established, thin them to approximately:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e25–30 cm between plants\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow more space if you want large, well-branched plants and better air circulation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe larger Polar Bear plants benefit from adequate spacing, particularly in the warm and humid conditions that can occur in parts of the Gulf. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e☀️ Sunlight\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eZinnia ‘Polar Bear’ prefers \u003cstrong\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e, ideally around 6–8 hours of good light per day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eIn the Gulf:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGive plants plenty of morning sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDuring periods of extreme heat, light afternoon shade can help reduce stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid locations surrounded by hot walls or surfaces that radiate heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e💧 Watering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep the soil evenly moist during germination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater young plants regularly until they become established.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce established, water deeply when the soil begins to dry.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid constant wet soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater preferably in the \u003cstrong\u003emorning\u003c\/strong\u003e and avoid regularly wetting the foliage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eGood spacing and avoiding overhead watering can help reduce fungal problems such as powdery mildew and leaf spots. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e🌱 Soil\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eUse \u003cstrong\u003efertile, loose, humus-rich and well-drained soil\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eFor containers, a good mix can include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eQuality potting soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature compost\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerlite or another drainage material\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eZinnias tolerate a range of soils but perform best where fertility and drainage are good. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e🌿 Fertilizing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMix mature compost into the soil before planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eDuring active growth, a mild balanced flower fertilizer can be applied periodically. Avoid excessive nitrogen, as too much nitrogen can encourage leafy growth instead of abundant flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e🌼 Flowering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eUnder favorable conditions, Polar Bear zinnias generally begin flowering around \u003cstrong\u003e9–12 weeks from sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e, although Gulf temperatures and growing conditions can change this timing. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eRegularly removing faded flowers or cutting flowers for bouquets encourages the plant to produce additional blooms. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e✂️ Growing for Cut Flowers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e‘Polar Bear’ is particularly good as a cut flower.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut flowers when they are freshly opened.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest in the cooler morning hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRemove leaves that would sit below the water level.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRegular cutting encourages additional flowering.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e🪴 Growing in Containers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eThis variety can be grown in large containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eUse:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA deep, stable pot with drainage holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertile, well-drained potting mix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately 25–30 cm spacing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA sunny location with good airflow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eBecause the plants can become relatively tall, choose a heavy container that will not easily tip over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e🌿 Pinching \u0026amp; Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eWhen plants are young, lightly pinching the growing tips can encourage a bushier, more branched plant with more flowering stems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eTall plants may benefit from light staking, particularly in windy locations. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 dir=\"auto\"\u003e🔥 Gulf Climate Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarm but not extreme heat is ideal.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn Kuwait, \u003cstrong\u003eOctober–March\u003c\/strong\u003e is a useful growing window.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect young seedlings from the strongest afternoon heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintain good airflow between plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid overhead watering whenever possible.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse containers if you need to move plants away from extreme heat.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIf flowering slows during the hottest part of the year, reduce heat stress rather than increasing fertilizer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e🌱 Growing Tip:\u003c\/strong\u003e For large, healthy Polar Bear blooms, give the plants plenty of sunlight, good spacing, regular morning watering, and excellent drainage. Cutting flowers regularly will also encourage more blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Happy Green Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50484454326490,"sku":null,"price":1.5,"currency_code":"KWD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0715\/1026\/1978\/files\/ZinniadahliaPolarbear.webp?v=1790023573","url":"https:\/\/www.alldrops.store\/products\/zinnia-dahlia-polar-bear","provider":"All Drops Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}