Swizzle Cherry & Ivory Zinnia Seeds
Best low-maintenance annual for small garden borders and container displays.
Introduce bold elegance to your garden with Swizzle™ ‘Cherry & Ivory’ Zinnia seeds. This compact Zinnia elegans variety showcases stunning bicolor blooms, with creamy ivory centers fading into deep cherry-red outer rings. Growing to just 12 inches tall, this bushy annual is perfect for borders, containers, and small landscapes, providing prolific color from summer until frost with minimal effort. It's drought-tolerant, deer-resistant, and highly attractive to beneficial pollinators like butterflies and bees, ensuring a vibrant, low-maintenance display.
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Botanical Name
Zinnia elegans Swizzle™ 'Cherry & Ivory'
/ Zinnia elegans Swizzle™ 'Cherry & Ivory'
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking high-impact, modern floral aesthetics
- Novice growers wanting low-maintenance, reliable summer blooms
- Pollinator advocates and home florists creating fresh bouquets
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in humid climates prone to fungal issues
- Busy homeowners unable to commit to regular deadheading
- Owners of shaded yards or poorly draining soil
Performance breakdown
Pollinator Attraction
High-impact blooms act as a magnet for local butterflies and bees.
Maintenance Ease
Drought-tolerant nature ensures a thriving garden with minimal hands-on care.
Container Versatility
Compact growth habit makes these ideal for pots and small spaces.
Bloom Longevity
Prolific flowering cycle provides consistent color from summer until first frost.
Pest Resistance
Reliable deer resistance protects your floral display from common garden intruders.
Visual Impact
Striking bicolor petals offer a sophisticated aesthetic for any landscape border.
Key Specs
Botanical Name
Zinnia elegans Swizzle™ 'Cherry & Ivory'
Life Cycle
Annual
Light Requirements
Full Sun
Soil Moisture
Dry, Average
Mature Height
10-12 inches tall
Bloom Time
Summer to frost
SKU
AM022563
Plant Height
12 inches
Features
- Striking cherry-red and ivory bicolor blooms
- Compact, bushy growth habit
- Attracts butterflies and bees
- Drought-tolerant and easy to grow
- Deer resistant
- Excellent for cut flowers
- Blooms from summer through frost
What customers say
Gardeners highly praise the Swizzle Cherry & Ivory Zinnia Seeds for their striking visual impact and reliable performance. Customers consistently report exceptional germination success, leading to vigorous, healthy plants. The primary appeal is the beautiful bi-color pattern, which creates vibrant focal points in beds and arrangements. Reviewers value the long blooming period, extending garden appeal late into the season. These zinnias are also noted for strong stems and long vase life, making them excellent for cutting gardens. While a few users observed minor variations in the pattern, the overall consensus confirms these seeds deliver high aesthetic value and robust results, making them a highly recommended choice for reliable, dramatic color.
Know before you buy
These Zinnias are a compact variety, typically reaching a mature height of 10 to 12 inches. Their bushy habit makes them an ideal choice for containers, window boxes, or the front edge of a garden border.
No, these are drought-tolerant plants that thrive in dry to average soil conditions. Once established, they require very little supplemental water, making them a low-maintenance option for hot, sunny spots.
Yes, the Swizzle 'Cherry & Ivory' variety is highly attractive to beneficial pollinators. You can expect to see butterflies and bees visiting your garden throughout the blooming season.
Absolutely. Despite their compact size, these Zinnias produce excellent blooms for small arrangements. Cutting the flowers regularly can also encourage the plant to produce even more blooms through the frost.
Yes, their compact, bushy growth habit makes them perfectly suited for container gardening. Ensure your pots have good drainage and are placed in a location that receives full sun.
Yes, this variety is considered deer-resistant. While no plant is entirely deer-proof, these are generally not a preferred snack for local wildlife.
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