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Benary's Giant White

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Benary's Giant White

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 White is a heirloom flower variety prized for its impressive large white blooms. Plants mature in 75-90 days and thrive in full sun with rich, well-draining soil. This variety is renowned for producing oversized flowers that make striking cut arrangements and garden displays. The abundant white petals create a dramatic focal point in any floral composition. An easy-to-grow heirloom that performs reliably in most conditions.

  • Planting

    Start indoors 6-8 weeks before last frost, transplant after frost danger passes; or direct sow after last frost when soil warms

  • Growing

    Sun: full. Water: high. Soil: Rich, well-draining soil amended with compost or aged manure. Space plants 18" apart. Germination: 7-10 days.

  • Pests & diseases

    Common pests: Slugs, spider mites (in humid conditions). Common diseases: Powdery mildew (low susceptibility in this variety), root rot (with poor drainage or overwatering).