Perennial cynium is one of the representatives of the aster family, originally grown in Central America. Then the flowers of this family were perennial or annual shrubs and herbs. The shoots and leaves of this plant have very severe pubescence and basket-like inflorescences with a diameter of five to twelve centimeters. They are terry, semi-double and non-terry, the most diverse colors - from purple to white. Usually this plant blooms from mid-summer until winter, until the first frosts hit.
Zinnia is usually planted on site with good wind protection and excellent access to sunlight. An ideal location would be a small lowland with gentle edges, in which the flower will receive the necessary amount of light and heat. It should be remembered that the soil on the site should be well-drained, moistened and fertilized. It is these parameters that most affect the health of the plant.
Perennial cinnamon is a very moody plant, and this should always be taken into account. With the slightest excess of moisture, the flower rots and dies in a matter of days. That is why its seeds are sown in mid-spring and begin to dive immediately after the appearance of the first leaves. Flowers are planted in permanent soil only when all spring frosts have completely passed and the thaw has begun. Experienced gardeners advise against planting this plant until there is complete confidence that there will not be a sharp cooling. The slightest temperature difference - and you can forget about a beautiful carpet of zinnia until next year.
Depending on the variety of zinnias, they are planted at a distance of 15 to 25 centimeters from each other. If transplantation is required, the best option would be to transfer the plant along with a rather large lump of land. Perennial zinnia is extremely drought-resistant, so there is no need to be afraid for its safety during the summer heat. However, it should be borne in mind that without proper watering, the flower quickly fades and becomes like an ordinary weed.
Unlike a large number of decorative flowers, when growing zinnia seeds, they must be germinated. For this, the seeds are placed in a small section of thin tissue and moistened abundantly with water from a spray bottle. Germination process usually lasts from seven to ten days. The task of the gardener during this period is to carefully monitor that the fabric does not dry out, otherwise perennial zinnia may simply not germinate. Overmoistening the seeds is also not recommended. This may cause them to rot. In addition, it is necessary to monitor the temperature in the room where germination is carried out. The temperature should not be above +20 and below +2 degrees Celsius.
Today, one of the most popular types used to decorate the site is zinnia. At the cottage, this beautiful flower can be used to create alpine slides or flower beds, achieving a unique riot of colors that will delight the eyes of any gardener. At the moment, zinnia is an excellent choice for an amateur gardener. It will help to improve the skills of growing plants and create a landscape of unique beauty.