Zinnia elegans Cherry Ruffles


Gold Medal

Introduced in 1978, Zinnia Elegans Cherry Ruffles was awarded Gold for its new flower colour in this class of Zinnias.

Cherry Ruffles is also the recipient of the All-America Selections award for performance in North American trials. 

Technical information

Novelty Characteristic:
New flower colour in this class of Zinnias. Flower produced on long stems suitable for cutting. Distinct self-branching habit of the plant.
Colour:
Rose-red
Flower:
Fully double with fluted petals
Type:
Annual, F1 hybrid
Use:
Bedding and cut flower
Plant:
Height 75 cm, spread 60 cm
Growing:

Direct sow when danger of frost has passed or sow indoors and plant out.

Planting:
Plant out in full sun, tender

Registration details

Breeder:
Bodger Seeds
Entry number:
37/74