: any of a genus (Zinnia) of tropical American composite herbs and low shrubs that have showy flower heads with long-lasting ray flowers
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Closely related to sunflowers, daisies, chrysanthemums, and zinnias, the dahlia plant produces single-stem flowers that range from 2 inches to 1 foot in diameter.
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Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 12 Apr. 2026
Like zinnias, sunflowers grow best when direct-sown, but can also be started indoors for gardeners still waiting for their last frost date to pass.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 10 Apr. 2026
Focus on Favorite Flowers The couple grow a variety of flowers—zinnias, celosia, and more—but dahlias are Muytjens personal passion.
—Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Apr. 2026
Marigolds and zinnias are also easy to direct sow in the garden.
—Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2026
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Sj McShane, Martha Stewart, 12 Apr. 2026
Like zinnias, sunflowers grow best when direct-sown, but can also be started indoors for gardeners still waiting for their last frost date to pass.
—Cori Sears, The Spruce, 10 Apr. 2026
Focus on Favorite Flowers The couple grow a variety of flowers—zinnias, celosia, and more—but dahlias are Muytjens personal passion.
—Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Apr. 2026
Marigolds and zinnias are also easy to direct sow in the garden.
—Tim Johnson, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2026
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“Zinnia.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zinnia. Accessed 23 Apr. 2026.
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