Zinnia 'Ballerina' Seed

Ballerina Zinnia | Graceful Quilled Petals | Cactus-Flowered Cut Flower

Ballerina brings twisted, quilled petals that give each bloom a graceful, dancer-like movement — a completely different silhouette from a standard flat or double zinnia, closer in spirit to a cactus-flowered dahlia.

What You'll Love

• Distinctive quilled, twisted petal form — genuinely different silhouette
• Long-lasting cut flower with strong stems
• Reblooms all season with regular cutting
• 20 seeds per packet

Planting Information

• Sun: Full sun, 6–8 hours daily
• Plant type: Annual
• Germination: 5–7 days
• Best soil temperature: 70–80°F
• Planting depth: 1/4 inch
• Spacing: 9–12 inches apart
• Bloom time: 75–90 days from sowing
• Height: 28–40 inches

How to Grow
Direct sow after all danger of frost, once soil has warmed. Press seeds about 1/4 inch into soil, keep evenly moist until germination. Pinch young plants at 8–12 inches to encourage bushier growth. Cut often for continued blooming.

Good to Know
Petal twist and quilling can vary bloom to bloom — that variation is part of the charm. Good air circulation helps prevent powdery mildew late in the season.

Perfect For

• Textural, movement-driven bouquets
• Cutting gardens wanting a genuinely different zinnia silhouette
• Wedding and event florals
• Pollinator gardens

Package Includes

• 20 Zinnia 'Ballerina' seeds
• Access to our full QR-linked growing guide
• Hand-packed with care by Briar Patch Picker