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Benary's Giant Coral

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Benary's Giant Coral

Flower

Zinnia elegans

  • Full sun
  • Zones 2–11
  • 75 days to maturity
  • Flowers
  • 18" spacing
  • High water
  • Annual
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  • Overview

    Benary's Giant Coral is a stunning heirloom celosia with large, velvety coral-red plumes that command attention in gardens and arrangements. This easy-to-grow annual reaches its vibrant peak in 75-90 days, thriving in full sun. The densely packed flower heads tower above foliage, making it a dramatic focal point. Prized by florists and gardeners alike for its bold color and exceptional longevity in fresh and dried arrangements, this variety reliably performs in warm-season gardens.

  • Planting

    Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost, or direct sow after last frost

  • Growing

    Sun: full. Water: high. Soil: Well-drained soil, moderately fertile. Space plants 18" apart. Germination: 7-14 days.

  • Pests & diseases

    Common pests: Spider mites, aphids, whiteflies. Common diseases: Leaf spot, root rot in poorly drained soil.