• Vibrant State Fair Zinnia flower from Hudson Valley Seed Co. with bright orange petals and green foliage.
  • Bright orange and pink State Fair Zinnia flowers from Hudson Valley Seed Co. with layered petals and lush green foliage.
  • Bright State Fair Zinnia flower from Hudson Valley Seed Co. with vibrant orange petals and lush green foliage.
  • Bright yellow State Fair Zinnia flower from Hudson Valley Seed Co. with multiple blooms and green foliage.
  • Bright State Fair Zinnia flower from Hudson Valley Seed Co., showcasing vibrant orange petals and lush green foliage.
  • Close-up of vibrant State Fair Zinnia flowers from Hudson Valley Seed Co., showcasing bright petals and lush green foliage.
  • Bright orange State Fair Zinnia flowers from Hudson Valley Seed Co. with clustered blooms and green foliage.
  • Bright yellow and pink State Fair Zinnia flower from Hudson Valley Seed Co. with vibrant petals and green foliage.
  • Bright orange State Fair Zinnia flower from Hudson Valley Seed Co. with layered petals and green foliage.
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Hudson Valley Seed Co.

State Fair Zinnia

Zinnia elegans

Conventionally Grown

A mix of red, pink, purple, yellow and orange.

This antique flower harkens back to the days when the state fair was the place to be. Farmers and gardeners would bring their best harvests to try and win first prize. Tastiest tomato, heaviest pumpkin, sweetest corn, or best flower arrangement there were, and are, many categories to enter your homegrown goods. Vegetable and flower awards are making a comeback at state fairs, farmers markets, and granges all over the country. Enter State Fair at your state fair and see how you fare!

The 36-48" plants produce 4-6" blooms that are terrific as cut flowers.

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100 Seeds $4.99
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100 seeds | Art Pack $5.79
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300 Seeds $8.39
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900 Seeds $15.79
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1 Ounce $33.39
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Growing instructions
Direct sow after frost, or sow indoors 4 weeks earlier. Zinnias like heat and well-drained soil. Encourage continued production by removing dead and dying flower heads. Cut flowers do best with long stems and green leaves removed. To save seeds, simply allow flower heads to ripen and dry fully on the plant, then pluck and squeeze in your palm.
Product Details
Days to Maturity 65 days
Days to Germination 7-10 days
Width at Maturity 12-16"
Height at Maturity 36-48"
Hardiness Zone Range Annual
Sun Conditions Partial Sun (4-6 hours Sun), Full Sun (8+ Hours Sun)
Planting Depth 1/2"
Row Spacing 18-24"
Plant Spacing 12-18"
About the artist
Artwork by Sarah Snow. To match the vintage color palette of this mix, Sarah (also the designer of the shape of our seed packs!) used antique papers to create a true state fair spectacle: flowers that tower over the fairgrounds.
    Vibrant State Fair Zinnia flower from Hudson Valley Seed Co. with bright orange petals and green foliage.
    Bright orange and pink State Fair Zinnia flowers from Hudson Valley Seed Co. with layered petals and lush green foliage.
    Bright State Fair Zinnia flower from Hudson Valley Seed Co. with vibrant orange petals and lush green foliage.
    Bright yellow State Fair Zinnia flower from Hudson Valley Seed Co. with multiple blooms and green foliage.
    Bright State Fair Zinnia flower from Hudson Valley Seed Co., showcasing vibrant orange petals and lush green foliage.
    Close-up of vibrant State Fair Zinnia flowers from Hudson Valley Seed Co., showcasing bright petals and lush green foliage.
    Bright orange State Fair Zinnia flowers from Hudson Valley Seed Co. with clustered blooms and green foliage.
    Bright yellow and pink State Fair Zinnia flower from Hudson Valley Seed Co. with vibrant petals and green foliage.
    Bright orange State Fair Zinnia flower from Hudson Valley Seed Co. with layered petals and green foliage.
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    Kris B.

    I love love love these zinnias! This is the first time I've planted them, and they are such a stunning show stopper! We love seeing all the bees, butterflies and hummingbirds flitting around them - we even have a goldfinch who has taken quite a liking to the zinnia patch! Every day, I pull in the driveway and smile at my bright, happy zinnias. Will definitely keep planting them - somewhere - every year.

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    Shannan V.

    We love growing these zinnias each year, and also saving some of their seeds. Always beautiful and prolific, and a great addition to alongside veggies. Last summer we planted them on top of where our two beloved former pet rabbits are buried, to honor them with this beauty.

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    Jo

    What a beautiful mix.

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    T.L.Z.

    I know I started all of my Zinnia seed later than I should have! That said, the young fawns seemed to really enjoy them. So, will try again next year (Ealier, before the fawns are born).

    I have alway loved the sight of clumps of Zinnias and Marigolds around the property.

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    Joan L.

    These seeds germinated quickly . Wonderful surprise , maybe a couple of days !

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    Trish V.

    I love these flowers. They grow wonderfully under tall flowers like Zinnia's and Sunflowers. And to top it off they are edible.

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    M.M.T.

    The most gorgeous variety of zinnias ever! I plant them in honor of one of my favorite, local Farmers Mkt. vendors who had the healthiest zinnias ever. Each year... a surprise feast of blooms. Thank you!