Zinnia ‘Short Stuff Orange’

Short in stature but not in flower power, Zinnia ‘Short Stuff Orange features double orange flowers, up to 3 in. across (8 cm), from summer to fall. Borne atop short, sturdy stems, the luminous blossoms of this compact, bushy annual, float above the foliage of lance-shaped leaves. The dwarf habit of Short Stuff fits easily into small space gardens. Heat-loving, place this mini zinnia in full sun on balconies, rooftops, or border edges.

The Short Stuff series features compact-growing zinnias sporting high-quality double flowers in a range of bright colors. Perfectly sized and uniform-growing for bedding use, these showy annual plants are perfect for the summer garden.

• Recipient of the prestigious Award of Garden Merit of the Royal Horticultural Society.
• Forms a dense, compact mound up to 8-10 in. tall (20-25 cm) and 10-12 in. wide (25-30 cm).
• Extremely easy to grow, Zinnias are annuals that love full sun and prefer a humusy, evenly moist, and well-draining soil.
• A great choice for beds and borders or containers.
• Adored by butterflies, hummingbirds, and birds.
• Don’t crowd them to keep them disease-free and avoid powdery mildew. Air circulation is important!
• Among the easiest plants to grow from seed, you can start seeds indoors 4-6 weeks before the last first date, should you wish for earlier spring blooms.