katesflowers said:I grow a long row of zinnias from saved seeds year to year. When they bloom, I say its like opening a box of new crayons, so many brilliant colors
Hi Kathy,
I too am very much taken by the extensive color range of zinnias. This is another of my current indoor blooms.
It has a conventional pink color, but its flower form is a bit different. I am breeding for different flower forms in my zinnias.
It is really easy to cross-pollinate zinnias. Since you are already saving zinnia seed, you could enhance the anticipation of seeing your zinnias open for the first time by making some of your very own home hybrids. I could post pictures on how to do it, if you don't already know and are curious.
katesflowers said:P.S.: did you know we'll have a total eclipse Aug 21st, and you may be in the direct line of totality.
I did not know that. I will make a note of that on my calendar.
ZM
