Saving Zinnia seeds. - Ask Extension
I have beautiful giant zinnias. Can I save the seeds from the best blooms and plant them next spring?
What is the best way to save them?
Thank you
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Saving Zinnia seeds. #592168
Asked August 26, 2019, 11:15 AM EDT
I have beautiful giant zinnias. Can I save the seeds from the best blooms and plant them next spring?
What is the best way to save them?
Thank you
Hennepin County Minnesota
Expert Response
Hello. I'm glad you've turned to AaEx.
If they're hybrid zinnias, their offspring may not come true to seed but it's worrth trying. Wait until the flower is completely shriveled and dry. The seed will be attached to the shriveled petals. Cut the stem carefully (maybe hold an empty cup underneath the shriveled flower in case the seeds start to drop.
Here is more information about saving and storing seeds from Iowa State University Extension and Outreach: https://www.extension.iastate.edu/smallfarms/saving-seeds-your-garden
I hope this information helps.
