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Stop Sign Zinnia Mix Seeds

Scientific name Zinnia elegans

About this variety

Bright red Cherry Queen and creamy white Polar Bear zinnias give Stop Sign Mix its crisp, bold contrast. Large flowers on tall, branching plants stand out in summer beds, borders and homegrown bouquets. This two-variety blend brings a coordinated palette to the cutting garden while offering flowers for butterflies. Keep cutting and removing faded heads to enjoy a...

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85 minimum seeds per packet
Gardener experience

Easy

Germination difficulty

Easy

Germination time

4–8 days at 70–85 °F seed-zone soil temperature

  • Germination
    4–8 daysa seed-zone soil temperature of 70–85 °F
  • Sun
    Full sun
  • Support and spacing
    No support needed · space 18 in · rows 18 in
  • Growth habit
    Upright or erect · Annual
  • Best use
    Red and white cut flowers, summer borders and butterflies
  • Before sowing
    Use clean seed-starting conditions, the listed depth and temperature, and steady moisture without saturation.
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When properly stored, planted, and cared for, we guarantee reasonable germination and true-to-type growth for one year from the date of purchase. Conditions outside our control—including extreme weather, pests, unsuitable storage, and gardener error—are excluded. Contact us when something is not right so we can review the situation and work toward a replacement, refund, or another fair resolution.

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What to expect from Stop Sign Zinnia Mix Seeds

Bright red Cherry Queen and creamy white Polar Bear zinnias give Stop Sign Mix its crisp, bold contrast. Large flowers on tall, branching plants stand out in summer beds, borders and homegrown bouquets.

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Bright red Cherry Queen and creamy white Polar Bear zinnias give Stop Sign Mix its crisp, bold contrast. Large flowers on tall, branching plants stand out in summer beds, borders and homegrown bouquets. This two-variety blend brings a coordinated palette to the cutting garden while offering flowers for butterflies. Keep cutting and removing faded heads to enjoy a continuing display through warm weather.

Minimum seeds per packet: 85 seeds.

Cherry red and creamy white for striking summer bouquets.

Variety and background

Stop Sign Mix is Applewood’s red-and-white blend of Cherry Queen and Polar Bear zinnias. Applewood’s mix code ZESS also matches the code in the inventory lot for this stock. The contrast comes from the two component varieties, not a general warm-color assortment. Tall plants and large flowers make it suitable for cutting beds and summer borders; Cherry Queen is listed at about 30–40 in. tall with 4–5 in. blooms.

Sow and grow

Direct sow after frost, 1/4 in. deep, or start indoors 4-6 weeks early. At 70-75 F, allow 4-8 days for germination. Thin to 12-18 in.; rows 18-24 in. apart. Give full sun, drained soil and airflow. Water soil rather than foliage.

Season care

Pinch young plants if branching is desired, and use light support where wind or heavy flowers cause lodging. Water the soil rather than the leaves and avoid crowding. Cut flowers regularly and remove faded heads to encourage a continuing display. Leave selected healthy flowers to mature only when saving seed.

Harvest and use

Cut open flowers on firm stems and refresh vase water regularly. Deadhead for more blooms. To save seed, dry healthy flower heads completely. Insects carry pollen between zinnias, so saved seed may differ and will not reliably recreate the original blend.

Saving seed

Let selected healthy flower heads dry and turn brown on the plant. Gather them in dry weather, finish drying under cover, and separate the seed from the flower debris. Zinnias are insect-pollinated and varieties readily cross. Saved seed from this mixture can vary in color, form and proportions; it will not necessarily reproduce the original supplier blend. Store thoroughly dry seed in a labeled container.

Common problems

Powdery mildew, bacterial leaf spots and other foliar diseases are more troublesome in crowded, damp conditions. Give plants airflow, water at soil level and remove badly affected leaves. Young seedlings may suffer from damping-off in saturated media. Inspect for aphids and chewing insects without assuming every damaged leaf needs treatment.

Frequently asked questions

What is in Stop Sign Mix?

Cherry Queen red zinnia and Polar Bear white zinnia, as specified by Applewood.

Is this a short edging zinnia?

No. Plan for tall cutting-garden plants around 30–40 in., with room and airflow.

How do I encourage more blooms?

Cut flowers regularly and remove faded heads instead of allowing every bloom to set seed.

Can I save seed?

Yes, but insect pollination and the mixture’s component proportions mean saved seed may not recreate the same blend.

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Recorded soil typeLoamy
Recorded pH range6.0–6.5
Water needsModerate
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Starting and plantingSeed preparation, sowing, germination, transplanting, spacing, and early establishment
Direct sow after frost, 1/4 in. deep, or start indoors 4-6 weeks early. At 70-75 F, allow 4-8 days for germination. Thin to 12-18 in.; rows 18-24 in. apart. Give full sun, drained soil and airflow. Water soil rather than foliage.

Pinch young plants if branching is desired, and use light support where wind or heavy flowers cause lodging. Water the soil rather than the leaves and avoid crowding. Cut flowers regularly and remove faded heads to encourage a continuing display. Leave selected healthy flowers to mature only when saving seed.
Season-long growing guideWater, fertility, support, weather response, pollination, containers, and care through maturity
Direct sow after frost, 1/4 in. deep, or start indoors 4-6 weeks early. At 70-75 F, allow 4-8 days for germination. Thin to 12-18 in.; rows 18-24 in. apart. Give full sun, drained soil and airflow. Water soil rather than foliage.

Pinch young plants if branching is desired, and use light support where wind or heavy flowers cause lodging. Water the soil rather than the leaves and avoid crowding. Cut flowers regularly and remove faded heads to encourage a continuing display. Leave selected healthy flowers to mature only when saving seed.
Harvest, storage, and usesRecognizing maturity, harvesting cleanly, handling, storage, and crop-appropriate uses

Harvest and storage

Cut open flowers on firm stems and refresh vase water regularly. Deadhead for more blooms. To save seed, dry healthy flower heads completely. Insects carry pollen between zinnias, so saved seed may differ and will not reliably recreate the original blend.

Let selected healthy flower heads dry and turn brown on the plant. Gather them in dry weather, finish drying under cover, and separate the seed from the flower debris. Zinnias are insect-pollinated and varieties readily cross. Saved seed from this mixture can vary in color, form and proportions; it will not necessarily reproduce the original supplier blend. Store thoroughly dry seed in a labeled container.

Uses and garden roles

Bright red Cherry Queen and creamy white Polar Bear zinnias give Stop Sign Mix its crisp, bold contrast. Large flowers on tall, branching plants stand out in summer beds, borders and homegrown bouquets. This two-variety blend brings a coordinated palette to the cutting garden while offering flowers for butterflies. Keep cutting and removing faded heads to enjoy a continuing display through warm weather.

Cut open flowers on firm stems and refresh vase water regularly. Deadhead for more blooms. To save seed, dry healthy flower heads completely. Insects carry pollen between zinnias, so saved seed may differ and will not reliably recreate the original blend.
Seed savingSelection, pollination, isolation, full maturity, cleaning, drying, labeling, and storage
Let selected healthy flower heads dry and turn brown on the plant. Gather them in dry weather, finish drying under cover, and separate the seed from the flower debris. Zinnias are insect-pollinated and varieties readily cross. Saved seed from this mixture can vary in color, form and proportions; it will not necessarily reproduce the original supplier blend. Store thoroughly dry seed in a labeled container.
Pests, diseases, and troubleshootingPrevention, diagnosis, environmental disorders, common damage, and first-response checks
Powdery mildew, bacterial leaf spots and other foliar diseases are more troublesome in crowded, damp conditions. Give plants airflow, water at soil level and remove badly affected leaves. Young seedlings may suffer from damping-off in saturated media. Inspect for aphids and chewing insects without assuming every damaged leaf needs treatment.
Frequently asked questionsDecision-focused answers that supplement the detailed guides above
What is in Stop Sign Mix?
Cherry Queen red zinnia and Polar Bear white zinnia, as specified by Applewood.

Is this a short edging zinnia?
No. Plan for tall cutting-garden plants around 30–40 in., with room and airflow.

How do I encourage more blooms?
Cut flowers regularly and remove faded heads instead of allowing every bloom to set seed.

Can I save seed?
Yes, but insect pollination and the mixture’s component proportions mean saved seed may not recreate the same blend.
History and provenanceBotanical identity, cultivar history, regional or cultural context, uncertainty, and source records

Scientific name: Zinnia elegans

Common name: Zinnia

Cultivar or variety: Stop Sign Mix

Stop Sign Mix is Applewood’s red-and-white blend of Cherry Queen and Polar Bear zinnias. Applewood’s mix code ZESS also matches the code in the inventory lot for this stock. The contrast comes from the two component varieties, not a general warm-color assortment. Tall plants and large flowers make it suitable for cutting beds and summer borders; Cherry Queen is listed at about 30–40 in. tall with 4–5 in. blooms.

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Tina

Love these seeds. Great customer service. Great shipping. Doing red, white and blue next season.

Hi Tina! Thank you for your review. We are glad your Stop Sign Mix zinnia seeds arrived promptly, and we hope you have a wonderful growing season.

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Carol Redmon (United States)

Haven’t planted yet. Seeds arrived on time, good instructions on packaging. They’re zinnia seeds! What could go wrong? Right?

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