How to Grow Benary's Giant Salmon Rose
Zinnia elegans
Your complete guide to growing Benary's Giant Salmon Rose.
📷 Wikimedia CommonsWhen to Plant Benary's Giant Salmon Rose
Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.
| Zone | Start Indoors | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1 | May – June | July – September | — |
| Zone 2 | April – May | June – August | — |
| Zone 3 | April – May | June – August | — |
| Zone 4 | March – April | June – July | — |
| Zone 5 | March – April | May – July | — |
| Zone 6 | March – April | May – July | — |
| Zone 7 | February – March | April – June | — |
| Zone 8 | February – March | April – June | — |
| Zone 9 | January – February | March – May | — |
| Zone 10 | January | February – April | — |
| Zone 11 | January | January – March | — |
| Zone 12 | January | January – March | — |
| Zone 13 | January | January – March | — |
Companion Plants for Benary's Giant Salmon Rose
✓ Good companions
Repels thrips, aphids, and spider mites that commonly affect zinnias
Attracts beneficial insects and provides structural support in mixed plantings
Attract pollinators and beneficial insects while providing complementary height and texture
Repels moths and other pests while attracting beneficial pollinators
Repel aphids, whiteflies, and nematodes while attracting beneficial insects
Act as trap crops for aphids and cucumber beetles, protecting zinnias
Create beneficial microclimate and attract pollinators without competing for resources
Ground cover that attracts hover flies and parasitic wasps for pest control
✗ Keep away from
Release juglone toxin that causes wilting and stunted growth in zinnias
Compete for nutrients and create poor air circulation leading to fungal problems
Create overly moist conditions that promote fungal diseases like powdery mildew
