White Flower Farm
Zinnia Double Zahara Cherry
Best low-maintenance annual for gardeners seeking vibrant, heat-tolerant summer color.
The Zinnia Double Zahara® Cherry produces fully double, vibrant cherry red flowers that bloom continuously from early summer until frost. This All-America Selections® winner is an excellent choice for bedding displays or mixed containers, offering remarkable disease resistance and exceptional performance. These annuals thrive in heat and require minimal maintenance, needing only fertile soil and occasional water during dry periods. Plants maintain a manageable mounded habit, growing between 12 to 18 inches high, making them ideal for front-of-garden color accents. They are noted for being fuss-free and reliable throughout the growing season.
$12.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
28
/ 2577
#28 in Flowers
Price vs Category Average
-70%
Below average
Common Name
Zinnia
/ Zinnia
Who it's for
- Busy homeowners wanting low-maintenance plants for hot, dry climates
- Gardeners tired of battling powdery mildew and foliage diseases
- Landscapers seeking high-impact, lush floral displays
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious shoppers looking for inexpensive mass-market bedding plants
- Gardeners with limited time for routine garden maintenance
- Growers located in regions with heavy Japanese beetle populations
Performance breakdown
Bloom Longevity
Continuous color production from early summer straight through to first frost.
Disease Resistance
Superior defense against powdery mildew keeps foliage looking pristine all season.
Heat Tolerance
Thrives in sweltering conditions where other varieties typically begin to wilt.
Maintenance Ease
A fuss-free annual requiring minimal intervention to maintain its mounded shape.
Visual Impact
Fully double cherry red blooms provide high-contrast color for garden borders.
Deer Resistance
Reliable deterrent properties help protect your display from common garden pests.
Key Specs
Common Name
Zinnia
Hardiness Zone
Annual
Exposure
Sun
Blooms In
June-October
Mature Height
12-20 inches
Spacing
12-14 inches
Ships as
1 Pint container
Deer Resistance
Yes
Features
- Produces fully double, cherry red flowers
- Blooms profusely from spring to fall
- Ideal as a bedding plant or in containers
- Remarkable disease resistance
- Fuss-free regarding water and maintenance
- More heat tolerant than older varieties
- Resistant to powdery mildew
What customers say
Customers overwhelmingly celebrate the superior quality and reliability of the Zinnia Double Zahara Cherry. Reviewers frequently highlight the stunning, true cherry color and the impressive double petal structure, noting that the blooms last exceptionally long. The primary theme is ease of use; these zinnias are remarkably robust, thriving effortlessly even in challenging summer heat and humidity. Gardeners appreciate that the plants require minimal fuss yet deliver a spectacular, season long display, confirming excellent value for a premium annual.
Know before you buy
The Double Zahara Cherry is a prolific bloomer that provides consistent color from early summer through the first frost, typically spanning from June to October.
Yes, their compact, mounded habit makes them an excellent choice for mixed containers or pots, as well as traditional garden beds.
No, this specific variety is bred for remarkable disease resistance, including a high tolerance for powdery mildew, which is a common issue with older Zinnia strains.
These Zinnias thrive in full sun. For the best performance and continuous flowering, ensure they are planted in a location that receives direct sunlight throughout the day.
Yes, this variety is noted for being deer resistant, making it a reliable choice for gardens where deer pressure is a concern.
They are considered fuss-free plants. Once established, they only require occasional watering during dry periods and thrive in fertile soil without the need for constant attention.
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