How To Care For A Zinnia. 16052021 How To Care For Zinnias Water the plants carefully about three times each week. Zinnias are naturally bushy plants especially when grown in full sun.
Place it less than 3 feet from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth. Zinnias thrive in full sun locate the pot at a spot where it receives around six hours of direct sunlight. The soil should feel moist six inches deep around the plants.
Add compost to the area where zinnias will be planted to enrich the soil.
Once zinnias are established mulching with a two-inch layer of straw or bark will help preserve soil moisture and prevent weed growth. Common Zinnia may have difficulty thriving and will drop leaves without ample sunlight. Their prolific bright flowers bloom in. 20112020 The Care.