ZINNIA MARYLANDICA
Zinnia marylandica ZINNIA Zydeco
The show-stopping double flowered zinnia with built-in disease resistance. • 25% larger flowers than competitors. (Average measurement across varieties in garden setting.) • Excellent disease resistance partnered with heat and drought tolerance provide superior season long garden performance. • Fully-double flowers increase flower longevity with lasting impact. • Vigorously branched plants are adaptable to production in packs as well as premium pots and baskets.
GERMINATION RATE
CROP TIME AFTER POTTING
Coated 85%
9–11 weeks
PRODUCT FORMS
GARDEN DIMENSIONS 35–50 cm W x 30–35 cm H
Coated
Zydeco Mix 70115878
POT SIZES 13–20 cm
HABIT Upright
PGR
EXPOSURE
If needed
Sun
Zydeco Cherry 70102026
Zydeco Deep Yellow 70072218
Zydeco Fire 70111737
Zydeco White 70102014
Zydeco Mix 70115878
Behind the Breeding
What if you could develop a product with the garden impact of the hybrid zinnias without the inevitable powdery mildew? After 20 years of zinnia breeding, it was clear the Zinnia marylandica offered new opportunities. Put a premium on flower size and quality, maximizing doubleness and accumulated flower canopy. Tighten the plant build to improve appearance at maturity. Saturate the colors to increase garden impact. Possible? Zydeco! Zydeco is our first entry into the interspecific zinnia arena. It combines all these features, offering a great addition to summer gardens.
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Todd Perkins ____ PLANT BREEDER Gilroy, California
Saturate the colors to increase garden impact. ”
SEEDS | ANNUALS
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