Seed Savers Exchange - Benary's Giant Zinnia

• Annual plants grow to 3-4 feet tall
• Double blossoms grow to 4-5 inches across
• Wide variety of colors
• Long stems make for a great cut flower
• 50 seeds per packet

(Zinnia elegans) Magnificent when in bloom and easy to grow, this beautiful, large-flowered strain of zinnia is from Ernst Benary, one of the oldest German seed companies (founded in Erfurt in 1843). Its fully double blossoms measure 4-5" across and come in a wide array of colors. The long stems of this annual make it ideal for use in arrangements and bouquets. Annual, 3-4' tall.