Oklahoma Mix - Zinnia

Oklahoma Mix is a branching annual zinnia with semi-double and double flowers in a varied palette of carmine, ivory, pink, scarlet, white, and yellow. Its long stems bring repeat color to sunny beds and make useful bouquets. ## Growing Conditions Grow in full sun and well-drained soil, keeping the root zone moist until established. The Harris Seeds profile describes bushy plants with 1.5–2 inch semi-double to double blooms in carmine, ivory, pink, scarlet, white, and yellow, cuttable stems through the season, and approximate 30–40 inch height by 18–20 inch spread. The [selection profile](https://www.harrisseeds.com/products/03749-zinnia-oklahoma-mix) provides cultivar details; the [NC State Extension Zinnia profile](https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/zinnia/) describes green foliage, rapid growth, seasonal bloom, wildlife value, and broad garden uses for zinnias. ## Maintenance Deadhead faded flowers to encourage continued bloom, but leave some seedheads for songbirds. Allow air to circulate around foliage, and water during establishment or extended dry weather.