• Bright yellow zinnia canary bird blooms in close-up against a natural green background
  • Yellow zinnia canary bird flowers in full bloom with a soft green blurred background
  • Golden zinnia canary bird petals on a bright outdoor garden background
  • Close-up of bright yellow zinnia canary bird flowers on a sunny green background
  • Single zinnia canary bird flower in yellow against a soft outdoor backdrop
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Zinnia Seeds - Canary Bird

Cheerful yellow flower heads perfect for drying and crafting

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About the Variety

Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Borders
Edible
North American Native Cultivar

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Zinnia elegans

LIFE CYCLE

  • Annual

SEED TYPE

  • Heirloom Seed
  • Open Pollinated Seed

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun

BLOOM SEASON

  • Summer

GROWTH HABIT

  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • Up to 30 inches

PLANT TYPE

  • Double
  • California Giants

COLOR

  • Yellow

As bright and lively as the lovely birds with whom they share a moniker, Heirloom Canary Bird Zinnias are a cheerful yellow that's sure to brighten up your garden! A favorite of crafters, florists and gardeners alike, Zinnias are easy to grow annuals, preferring warm weather and full sun!

  • • Heirloom annual with bright yellow blooms
  • • Easy to grow pollinator attractor with Summer blooms
  • • Thrives in bright, sunny growing areas

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring
  • Summer

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow
  • Start Indoors

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/4 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Average

PLANT SPACING

  • 6 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • N/A - Annual

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 79 Up to 80 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 4,343 Up to 625 Sq. Ft
1/4 Pound 17,372 Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft
1 Pound 69,488 Up to 10,000 Sq. Ft

Planting Guide

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    Customer Reviews

    Overall rating: 4.0 / 5 from 4 reviews.

    I WAS EXCITED TO GROW THIS COLOR ZINNIA. I STARTED PLANTS UNDER GTRO LIGTS AND THEY SEEMED TO COME UP BUT WEAK. AFTER HARDENING I PLANTED IN GARDEN AND THEY NEVER GREW, SLOWLY THEY WILTED AND DISAPPEARED WHILE OTHER TYPE OF ZINNIA I HAVE BEEN PLANTING FOR YEARS TOOK OFF VERY HEALTHY. I WISH I KNEW THE CAUSE OF THE PTOBLEM;. I WILL NOT GROW THEM NEXT YEAR. FRANCESCO M

    Francesco M. 1/5 Verified

    Zinnia Seeds - Canary Bird

    Store owner replied: Hello Francesco M. Thank you for your review. We are sorry these zinnias struggled after transplanting, especially after successfully growing other zinnia varieties. Seedlings that emerge thin or weak under grow lights can sometimes be more susceptible to transplant stress from insufficient light intensity, excess moisture, warm indoor conditions, or sudden changes in temperature and sunlight outdoors. Zinnias love warmth and generally establish best once the soil has thoroughly warmed, which is why direct sowing after frost danger has passed can often produce sturdier plants with less root disturbance. For gardeners in shorter-season climates who prefer starting indoors, providing strong light and good air circulation, like adding a small fan can help strengthen young stems. This along with careful watering and gradual hardening off before transplanting can improve establishment. Different zinnia cultivars can also vary somewhat in vigor, so we appreciate your comparison with the other varieties that performed well and have shared your feedback with our Quality Control team. We’re glad we had the opportunity to provide a resolution and are sending fresh Canary Bird seeds so you can give this beautiful yellow variety another try next season. We hope a direct-sown planting rewards you with the vigorous plants and cheerful blooms you originally had in mind!

    I was amazed at how quickly these seeds sprouted, just 3-4 days, and they were robust and eager. The flowers are a gorgeous rich and clear yellow and I got them to compliment the many blue flowers in my garden---they are really striking! Eden has the absolute BEST seeds, and I enjoy ordering every spring---their variety is outstanding. I love this company--they never disappoint.

    Brenda M. 5/5 Verified

    Zinnia Seeds - Canary Bird

    When all my other zinnias began to die out, these lovelies just kept right on shining! Temps in the triple digits and they are still looking fresh and beautiful!

    Laurie H. 5/5 Verified

    Zinnia Seeds - Canary Bird

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