Zinnia, Polar Bear Zinnia ~ 100 seeds

Soft folded layers of creamy white with a sturdy, yet elegant stature packs of polar bears in flower form roam the garden, soaking up the sun. Beyond the simple similarities between the white bears and white zinnias, there is a connection that runs deep between the two species: water. Its many forms, rain, snow, glaciers, springs, vernal pools, vast oceans, touch us all. Let these flowers remind you that we are all reflections of our environment.

Like any zinnia, Polar Bear is great in the garden and in arrangements. Unlike other zinnias, however, Polar Bear's unique white blooms are exceptional either as an accent in a multi-colored bouquet or on their own.

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.

Quick Facts
Days to Germination: 7-14 days
Days to Maturity: 70 days
Planting Depth: ½"
Spacing in Row: 18"
Spacing Between Rows: 18-24"
Height at Maturity: 36"
Width at Maturity: 18-24"
Sun Preference: Full to Partial Sun

About the Artist
Artwork by Shu-Ju Wang. Shu-Ju's lush and layered imagery in this work speaks about the wonderful and ever-changing nature of gardening. Her ink, handmade paper, and wax piece explores the flowing nature of water and relationships.