Zinnia 'Envy' (Zinnia elegans) semi
- Chartreuse trifft Dahlienform – die selten grün blühende Zinnie, die jedes Beet zum Leuchten bringt.
- Contenuto: circa 100 semi
- Varietà ad impollinazione aperta, capacità germinativa testata regolarmente
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Descrizione
A Striking Green Eye-Catcher with Dahlia-Like Appeal
Zinnia 'Envy' is perhaps the most unusual member of the zinnia family. Its fresh green, almost chartreuse-coloured blooms are fully double and dahlia-like, held aloft on strong stems – a rare shade that stands out both in mixed herbaceous borders and in contemporary cut flower arrangements. This variety originates from the long breeding tradition surrounding Zinnia elegans, which has been cherished for generations for its abundant summer flowering. 'Envy' deliberately breaks the mould: green instead of the usual reds, pinks or oranges.
In borders, it pairs beautifully with purples and violet tones (e.g. Salvia, Verbena, Amaranthus), or creates impact when planted en masse in a monochrome scheme. As a cut flower, it excels with sturdy stems and good vase life – a standout choice for gardeners and florists seeking something truly distinctive.
Scheda della pianta
| Classificazione delle piante | Fiore estivo, Pianta da vaso |
|---|---|
| Utilizzo | Fiore da taglio, Pianta ornamentale |
| Ciclo di vita | Perenne |
| Genere | Asteraceae |
| Propagazione dei semi | konventionell |
| Regione d'origine | America centrale, Messico |
| Caratteristiche | Ha bisogno del buio per germogliare, Non resitente al freddo, Pascolo per le api |
| Altezza della pianta | 20-60 cm |
| Colore dei fiori | Giallo, Verde |
| Periodo di fioritura | Agosto, Luglio, Settembre |
| Raccolta principale | Ottobre, Settembre |
| Zone di rusticità | 11 (4 bis 10 °C) |
Consigli di coltivazione
| Periodo di semina in pieno campo | Giugno, Maggio |
|---|---|
| Profondità di semina | 1 cm |
| Temperatura di germinazione | 15-20°C |
| Tempo di germinazione | 1-4 settimane |
| Clima | Arido, Moderado |
| Tipo di terreno | Asciutto, Magro, Nessun ristagno d'acqua, Permeabile |
| Luce solare | Pieno sole |
| Fabbisogno idrico | Basso |
| Distanza di impianto | 30 cm |
Semina e cura
Sowing and Care of Zinnia 'Envy'
Zinnias thrive in warmth and full sun. For an early start, you can sow Zinnia 'Envy' indoors 4–6 weeks before the last expected frost (at 18–22 °C), or alternatively sow directly outdoors once the soil has warmed and all risk of frost has passed. Sow at a depth of approximately 0.5–1 cm and keep the compost evenly moist. Germination usually occurs within 7–14 days.
Choose a free-draining, nutrient-rich soil and a position in full sun – this encourages long stems and the most vibrant flower colour. Transplant outdoors after the last frost (e.g. after the ‘Ice Saints’), prick out seedlings, and space them 20–30 cm apart. Pinching out the growing tips early on encourages branching and more flowers. Regularly deadhead spent blooms to prolong the flowering period until the first frost.
Water evenly and avoid waterlogging; during hot spells, a mulch layer will help conserve moisture. In warm, humid weather, watch for powdery mildew – good air circulation and watering in the morning can help prevent this. Depending on growing conditions, plants typically reach a height of 60–80 cm, but may grow taller in rich soils.
Altri nomi
Nome botanico: Zinnia elegans
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