Zinnia 'Oklahoma Pink'
Zinnia elegans
 
Excellent vase life and low susceptibility to powdery mildew.
Prolific, 1 1/2-2 1/2" double and semidouble petite, yet sturdy bright pink blooms. Excellent, reliable accent flowers for market bouquets, wedding flowers, and event work. Cut-and-come-again flower, yielding multiple cuts over the season. Ht. 30–40"
 
Details:
 
Plant type: annual
Height: 30-40"
Site: full sun
Days to maturity: 75-90 days
Sow: 1/4 " deep
Plant spacing: 9-12"
Pinch: when 12"
Approx seeds per packet: 30
 
How to grow:
 
SOWING:Transplant (recommended) - Sow into 72-cell flats or preferred seedling container 4 weeks before last frost. Cover seeds. A heat mat will help maintain an accurate temperature. Lower temperatures will result in slower germination: 5-7 days at 70-75°F (21-24°C). Harden-off and transplant out after last frost. Do not allow plants to become root bound and avoid disturbing roots; transplant shock or other stress events may cause double-flowering varieties to produce single blooms for a period following stress. Direct seed - After last frost, sow 1/4" deep. Succession-sow/plant every two weeks for prolonged yields of high-quality stems. Pinching of initial bud or bloom and subsequent deadheading is recommended to encourage strong branching and bloom production.
SOIL REQUIREMENTS:Fertile soil rich in organic matter. pH: 6.3-6.8 preferred.
 
Harvest:
Before completely open. Stem is firm from point of cut to just below the bloom.
Vase life:
7-10 days