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Zinnia ‘Old Mexico’
Botanical Name: Zinnia haageana
Type: Half-Hardy Annual

Zinnia ‘Old Mexico’ is a compact, bushy variety that brings a vibrant splash of warm, sunset tones to borders and containers. Expect bicoloured blooms in rich shades of gold, deep red, copper, and mahogany, often with bold, contrasting centres. This dwarf zinnia thrives in hot, dry conditions and continues to bloom reliably through the heat of summer, making it perfect for low-maintenance planting schemes, pollinator gardens, and drought-tolerant borders.

Plant Details

Type: Half-hardy annual
Height: 30cm
Spread: 40–50cm
Flowers: July – September
Position: Full sun; well-drained soil

Growing Information

Sow: March – May indoors,seedlings plant in May - June.
Germination: 7–14 days at 18–22°C
Transplant: Harden off and plant out after frost
Spacing: 25cm apart
Care: Water at base to avoid mildew; deadhead to prolong flowering

Why You’ll Love It

Compact and colourful – ideal for pots & edges
Warm, festive bicolours in red, copper & gold
Long-flowering and heat-tolerant
Attracts bees and butterflies

Top Tip

For a natural look, plant in groups or drifts. Perfect alongside marigolds, salvias, and other warm-toned annuals.

Perfect For

Patio pots & window boxes
Cottage gardens & sunny borders
Pollinator-friendly planting
Hot, dry garden conditions

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