Zinnia Zahara Double Salmon Seed
Best low-maintenance annual for container gardeners seeking vibrant, heat-tolerant blooms.
Discover the vibrant Zinnia Zahara Double Salmon, an AAS Award-winning hybrid from the Zahara series. These annual flowers offer exceptional tolerance to heat, drought, and disease, ensuring a stunning display throughout the season. Their fully symmetrical habit and compact size make them ideal for containers, pots, and combo planters. Known for their quick growth and vivid colors, these zinnias are a garden center favorite and create a bold statement in any garden setting.
$20.49
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
270
/ 6504
#270 in Seeds & Seed Tape
Price vs Category Average
+93%
Above average
Plant Height
1620
/ - inches
Who it's for
- Gardeners struggling with humid, fungal-prone climates
- Homeowners managing gardens in intense, scorching summer heat
- Design-conscious gardeners seeking sophisticated, unique floral aesthetics
Who should skip it
- Budget-focused gardeners preferring inexpensive, open-pollinated seed varieties
- Seed-saving enthusiasts wanting to propagate plants for future seasons
- Low-maintenance gardeners unwilling to monitor for common insect pests
Performance breakdown
Environmental Resilience
Exceptional tolerance to heat and drought ensures survival in harsh conditions.
Germination Speed
Rapid sprouting within eight days accelerates the start of the season.
Container Suitability
Compact, symmetrical growth habit is perfectly tailored for pots and planters.
Disease Resistance
Robust hybrid genetics minimize common garden ailments for a healthier display.
Bloom Consistency
Reliable, continuous flowering keeps the garden vibrant throughout the entire season.
Growth Predictability
Uniform height and spread make planning professional-looking garden beds effortless.
Key Specs
Plant Height
16-20 inches
Plant Spread
16-20 inches
Seeding Depth
0.25-0.5 inches
Soil Temperature for Germination
70-75°F
Germination Days
4-8 Days
Grow on Temperature Day
65-70°F
Form
RAW/UNTREATED seeds
Plant Type
Annual Flower
Features
- Heat, drought, and disease tolerant
- Maintains a symmetrical plant habit
- Continuous blooming throughout the season
- Compact size ideal for containers
- Part of AAS Award-winning Zahara series
- Vivid colors attract attention
- Quick to grow from seed to sale
What customers say
The Zinnia Zahara Double Salmon Seed earns high praise, primarily for its exceptional quality and stunning appearance. Customers consistently report outstanding germination success, building immediate confidence in the seed stock. Established plants exhibit robust health and vigorous growth, showing notable resistance to common ailments like powdery mildew, ensuring continuous summer blooms. The 'Double Salmon' coloration is a major highlight, offering a sophisticated blend of apricot and peach tones that elevates garden beds. Reviewers value the lush, full double petals. Despite a higher initial cost, the superior performance, reliable sprouting, and visually spectacular, true-to-type flowers provide excellent overall value for dedicated gardeners.
Know before you buy
No, these are raw, untreated seeds. They come in their natural state without any chemical coatings or fungicides.
Yes, these zinnias are excellent for containers. Their compact, symmetrical habit makes them well-suited for pots and combo planters where they will maintain a tidy shape.
Zinnia Zahara requires full sun to thrive and produce its signature vibrant blooms. Ensure they are placed in a location that receives direct sunlight for most of the day.
Under optimal conditions with a soil temperature between 70-75°F, you can expect germination within 4 to 8 days.
Yes, the Zahara series is specifically bred for high heat and drought tolerance. They are designed to maintain continuous blooms even when conditions become challenging.
Since these plants reach a spread of 16-20 inches, you should space them at least 16 inches apart to ensure proper airflow and prevent disease, which helps maintain their symmetrical habit.
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