Zinnia Profusion Cherry Bicolor Seed
Best low-maintenance annual for gardeners seeking heat-tolerant, vibrant blooms.
Brighten your garden with Zinnia Profusion Cherry Bicolor seeds from Harris Seeds. This annual flower is celebrated for its exceptional resilience, thriving in heat and humidity while resisting disease and weather challenges. Expect abundant, large, semi-double blooms, approximately 2 inches in diameter, showcasing a striking Cherry Bicolor pattern. Available in various seed treatments and quantities, these zinnias offer a low-maintenance way to add vibrant, consistent color throughout the growing season, ensuring reliable garden performance.
$6.35
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
78
/ 1801
#78 in Seeds
Price vs Category Average
-66%
Below average
Bloom size
2
/ "
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking low-maintenance plants resistant to fungal issues
- Landscapers wanting continuous color throughout the entire growing season
- Busy homeowners needing tidy, self-cleaning plants for containers
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious gardeners planning large-scale landscape installations
- Florists requiring long stems for traditional indoor arrangements
- Seed-saving enthusiasts who prefer heirloom or open-pollinated varieties
Performance breakdown
Germination Speed
Rapid sprouting ensures a quick start to the growing season.
Heat Tolerance
Thrives effortlessly even during the most intense summer heat waves.
Disease Resistance
Robust genetics keep foliage healthy without constant chemical intervention.
Bloom Consistency
Uniform semi-double flowers maintain their striking bicolor pattern throughout summer.
Maintenance Effort
Requires minimal deadheading to keep the garden looking vibrant.
Growth Habit
Compact, mounded structure fits perfectly in containers or garden borders.
Key Specs
Bloom size
2"
Plant Height
12-18"
Plant Spread
16-24"
Soil Temperature for Germination
75-80°F
Germination Days
4-8 Days
Grow on Temperature Day
65-70°F
Seeding Depth
0.25-0.5"
Life Cycle
Annual
Features
- Hardy Profusion series zinnia
- Tolerant of heat and humidity
- Excellent disease resistance
- Abundant 2-inch semi-double blooms
- Vibrant Cherry Bicolor flowers
- Reliable garden performance
- Low-maintenance annual
- Suitable for transplanting
What customers say
Gardeners overwhelmingly praise the Zinnia Profusion Cherry Bicolor Seeds for their exceptional quality and reliability. Viability is consistently reported as near perfect, establishing strong product trust. The 'Cherry Bicolor' variety delights users with its stunning, vibrant color transition, proving true to seed in both containers and beds. Performance is outstanding; these zinnias are resilient workhorses, showing superior resistance to powdery mildew even in high heat and humidity. This robustness ensures continuous, season-long blooming. While premium priced, reviewers agree the superior yield and disease resistance fully justify the investment, delivering professional grade results and high perceived value. Repeat purchase intent is strong.
Know before you buy
Zinnia Profusion Cherry Bicolor plants reach a height of 12 to 18 inches and spread between 16 to 24 inches. Their compact, mounded habit makes them ideal for borders or containers.
For the best results, ensure your soil temperature is between 75-80°F. Plant the seeds at a depth of 0.25 to 0.5 inches, and you can expect germination within 4 to 8 days.
Yes, the Profusion series is specifically bred for its resilience. These plants are highly tolerant of heat and humidity and maintain excellent disease resistance throughout the growing season.
Absolutely. These zinnias are well-suited for transplanting, making them a great choice if you want to get a head start on the season before moving them into your garden beds.
These are considered low-maintenance annuals. Because they are disease-resistant and weather-hardy, they provide consistent, vibrant color with minimal intervention once they are settled in your garden.
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