Zinnia hybrida Profusion Double Hot Cherry | Compact Zinnia

Zinnia hybrida Profusion Double Hot Cherry | Compact Double Zinnia | Seeds Zinnia Profusion Double Hot Cherry produces masses of double flowers in a rich cherry-pink shade. The vibrant colour holds well in summer heat, bringing lasting brightness to sunny flower beds, borders and containers. Naturally bushy and well branched, this compact zinnia forms a rounded mound covered with flowers. Its good disease tolerance and easy-care flowering habit make it a rewarding choice for gardeners who want generous summer colour without demanding maintenance. Plant Information Botanical name: Zinnia hybrida Common name: Zinnia Series: Profusion Double Variety: Hot Cherry Plant type: Annual Plant habit: Compact, rounded and well branched Flower type: Double Flower colour: Intense cherry pink to deep rose Flower diameter: Approximately 6–7 cm Height: Approximately 30–35 cm Spread: Up to approximately 50–60 cm Plant spacing: Approximately 30–45 cm Container crop time: Approximately 10–12 weeks (70–84 days) from sowing under Sakata’s recommended production conditions; not a guaranteed flowering time for direct sowing outdoors Position: Full sun Soil: Fertile and well drained Flowering: Summer until the first autumn frosts Uses: Flower beds, borders, containers, patio pots and balcony planting Plant size varies with climate and growing conditions. Plants may remain smaller in cooler regions with shorter summers. Sakata lists a spring-to-fall crop time of approximately 10–12 weeks for the Profusion Double series; see the container production schedule below. Rich Cherry-Pink Double Flowers The full, layered flowers create bold splashes of colour above the green foliage. Their intense cherry-pink shade resists fading in high temperatures, helping the display stay colourful throughout summer. Combine with white flowers for a fresh contrast, soft pinks for a harmonious planting, or purple and blue summer flowers for a vibrant display. What Makes Profusion Double Hot Cherry Special? Double flowers: Full blooms give beds and containers a rich, colourful appearance. Colour that holds well: Cherry-pink petals retain their intensity in summer heat. Good disease tolerance: Noted for tolerance to powdery mildew and Alternaria leaf spot. Naturally bushy growth: Pinching is generally unnecessary. Easy-care flowering: Regular deadheading is not essential for continued blooming. Sowing & Germination Sowing indoors: Approximately 4–6 weeks before the last expected frost Direct sowing: After the last frost, once the soil has warmed Sowing depth: Approximately 0.5 cm Germination temperature: Approximately 22–25°C Germination time: Approximately 7 days under suitable conditions Planting outdoors: After all risk of frost has passed Sow into a fine, well-drained seed-starting mix and cover lightly with substrate or vermiculite. Keep the growing medium gently moist, avoiding waterlogging. Use individual pots or plug cells to minimise root disturbance when transplanting. After germination, provide plenty of light and avoid keeping seedlings in small cells for too long. Harden plants off gradually before planting outdoors. Zinnias are frost tender, so wait until the weather is reliably warm. Growing Conditions & Care Choose a warm, sunny position with fertile, well-drained soil. Allow enough space for the broad, branching plants to develop. Water at the base when needed. In containers, check moisture regularly and ensure excess water can drain freely. Good airflow and careful watering help maintain healthy foliage. The plants usually need neither staking nor pinching. Remove faded flowers if you prefer a tidier appearance, although continuous deadheading is not required. Flowering in Beds & Containers Sakata’s container production schedule is approximately 10–12 weeks (70–84 days) from sowing: 10–11 weeks for 10 cm pots and 11–12 weeks for 15 cm pots. Plugs are often ready for transplanting after about 3–4 weeks, depending on cell size; finishing after transplanting takes approximately 5–8 weeks. The finishing period starts at transplanting, not sowing. These are general production guidelines based on North American conditions, with recommended growing temperatures of approximately 18–21°C. They are not a guaranteed flowering time for direct sowing outdoors. Cool weather and low light can delay development. Profusion Double Hot Cherry is ideal for colourful border edges, generous patio pots and mixed summer containers. Its rounded habit and abundant double flowers make a striking display even in a small garden.