Zinnias: The Easiest Summer Cut Flower for Australian Gardens

Why Zinnias Love Australian SummersNative to Mexico, zinnias genuinely thrive in hot, dry conditions. Unlike many summer flowers that wilt in 38°C heat, zinnias keep flowering through heatwaves as long as they have water. They are fast from seed to flower (55–70 days), heavy producers, and beloved by butterflies.Sowing DirectSow directly where they will grow — they resent transplanting. Wait until soil temperatures exceed 18°C. Sow 6mm deep, 30cm apart. Germination is rapid in warm soil �…