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Benary's Giant Golden Yellow
FlowerZinnia elegans
- Full sun
- Zones 2–11
- 75 days to maturity
- Flowers
- 18" spacing
- High water
- Annual
Overview
Benary's Giant Golden Yellow is a vibrant heirloom flower variety prized for its large, double blooms in rich golden yellow. Reaching maturity in 75-90 days, this ornamental produces abundant flowers ideal for cutting and garden displays. The generous, fully double petals create full, pompom-like blooms that stand out among standard varieties. Best grown in full sun with well-draining soil enriched with organic matter, this easy-to-grow heirloom thrives in warm conditions and attracts pollinators while resisting common pests effectively.
Planting
Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost, transplant after frost danger passes. Can direct sow outdoors after soil reaches 60°F.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil: Well-draining, organic-matter-rich soil. Space plants 18" apart. Germination: 7-10 days.
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Aphids, spider mites, thrips. Common diseases: Powdery mildew (low susceptibility), root rot in poorly drained soil.