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Benary's Giant Golden Yellow

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Benary's Giant Golden Yellow

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 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.