How to Grow Double Zahara™ Brilliant Mixture
Zinnia marylandica
Your complete guide to growing Double Zahara™ Brilliant Mixture.
When to Plant Double Zahara™ Brilliant Mixture
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 Double Zahara™ Brilliant Mixture
✓ Good companions
Ground cover that attracts beneficial insects and doesn't compete for nutrients
Repels thrips, aphids, and whiteflies that commonly affect zinnias
Similar growing requirements and attracts beneficial insects while adding texture
Attracts beneficial insects and creates vertical interest without competition
Attract beneficial insects and pollinators, complement zinnia's bloom time
Repel nematodes and aphids while attracting beneficial insects
Act as trap crops for aphids and cucumber beetles, deterring pests from zinnias
Provide beneficial shade and attract pollinators and pest-eating birds
✗ Keep away from
Release juglone toxin that inhibits zinnia growth and causes wilting
Allelopathic properties inhibit growth of most flowering annuals including zinnias
Compete for similar nutrients and space, prone to same fungal diseases
