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Zinnias: The Garden’s Colorful Mix

July 21, 2022~ Everyday Living, Faith, Flowers, Gardening, Summer, Travel

Hello sweet friends and Happy Thursday! I hope everyone is having a wonderful week!

“Lord, you have been our dwelling place in all generations. Before the mountains were brought forth, or ever you had formed the earth and the world, from everlasting to everlasting you are God.”
‭‭Psalm‬ ‭90:1-2‬ ‭

You might want to grab your sunglasses and I will provide a tall glass of sweet iced tea as we stroll through the garden. Let’s take a look at one of my favorite summer flowers…zinnias, the garden’s most colorful mix!

We have been planting zinnias from seeds for several years. This is our second year to order from Johnny’s Selected Seeds and once again I am well pleased.

Cactus flowered mix is new to our garden this year, I think the mix adds interest and I will definitely order this zinnia again!

This is the most unusual zinnia bloom! It appears that two have combined, maybe twins!

You might notice some leaves have been munched on…Japanese beetles have been somewhat of a pest this year. Not nearly as bad as they were a few years ago.

Zinnias love full sun and do well in our hot Alabama summers!

I love the bright colors of the cactus flowered mix!!

Zinnias are annuals, but we always have some appear from last season. They do not like to be transplanted, planting from seed produces a healthy and happy crop.

Deadheading greatly benefits zinnias as it promotes more blooms!

Zinnia is a genus of plants of the sunflower tribe within the daisy family. Members of the genus are notable for their solitary long-stemmed flowers that come in a variety of colors.

 

We were excited to see the return of the Eastern tiger swallowtails a few days ago. They were late coming last year and this year. They love zinnias!

The swallowtail doesn’t mind sharing with a honey bee!

Bumble bees also love zinnias, and so do hummingbirds. They are a pollinator’s paradise!

 

A few zinnia seeds were mixed with the cosmos seed by the head gardener!

“A butterfly, one summer day
Spoke to me as he fluttered my way
He asked me where the flowers were
And told me which he did prefer.
I pointed where the zinnias grew
He thanked me, and off he flew!
As I continued on my walk
I wondered, who taught him to talk!”
-Joseph May

 

 

I hope you have enjoyed our walk through the zinnias. Thank you for your visit and gracious comments. Wishing you a most delightful day!

Linking with:
 Pieced Pastimes,  Between Naps on the Porch, Katherines Corner, Follow The Yellow Brick Home,
 Imparting Grace,Life and Linda

 

 

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  1. K.L. Hale says

    July 21, 2022 at 7:39 AM

    Such a beautiful mix of colors and varieties! I admire Zinnias more because of your posts. I had never had much experience with them before. Although I rarely mention it, the quotes and many times, the verses, always speak to me! Love and hugs, Pam, for always brightening my day! 🌸 💛🤗🙏🏻

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      July 21, 2022 at 9:25 AM

      Thank you, Karla. It warms my heart that it brightens your day. Zinnias give a lot of bang for the buck. Love and prayers 💛🙏🏻🥰

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      • K.L. Hale says

        July 21, 2022 at 1:26 PM

        You’re welcome, Pam. 💛🤗🥰

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  2. Alice Genzlinger says

    July 21, 2022 at 8:12 AM

    The head gardener did a fantastic job! Color color color. Simply beautiful.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      July 21, 2022 at 9:25 AM

      The head gardener is definitely a keeper. Wishing you a wonderful day, Alice!

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  3. Rita C. says

    July 21, 2022 at 8:52 AM

    They are magical blooms! I love their resilience to the elements, and will likely plant some next year. Yours are beautiful!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      July 21, 2022 at 9:26 AM

      Thank you, Rita. I highly recommend planting zinnias!

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  4. Bobbie T says

    July 21, 2022 at 9:17 AM

    Just gorgeous. I love the “unique” one. It looks like it is smiling. Your posts always light up my life.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      July 21, 2022 at 9:27 AM

      Thanks so much, Bobbie. It is always a pleasure to visit with you. Wishing you a lovely Thursday!

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  5. Clara says

    July 21, 2022 at 10:35 AM

    Pam, Your zinnias are so plentiful and healthy. They make me happy! Gorgeous colors! Stay cool my friend! Clara❤️

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      July 21, 2022 at 10:35 AM

      Thanks so much, Clara. You stay cool, also ♥️

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  6. inspiredbyjoydianne says

    July 21, 2022 at 12:16 PM

    Simply beautiful. Love the cactus variety also. Zinnias have a way of brightening a day and the butterflies love them!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      July 21, 2022 at 12:26 PM

      Thanks so much, Dianne!

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  7. Linda Primmer says

    July 21, 2022 at 12:36 PM

    Pam, such a pleasure to see your colorful Zinnias. We used to have some years ago. Love seeing the return of the Swallowtail butterfly. The head gardener does beautiful work. I wish we would get rain during summer months, so the plants get ready to drink.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      July 21, 2022 at 8:25 PM

      Thanks, Linda! I can’t even imagine not getting rain during the summer.

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  8. Kari says

    July 21, 2022 at 1:41 PM

    Pam, your zinnias remind me of my mother. It was her favorite flower and she always had a zinnia patch! I keep promising myself I will plant some seeds but then I forget about it…making a note in my day timer NOT to forget for next year. thank you for sharing your lovely garden.
    Blessings
    Kari

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      July 22, 2022 at 8:07 AM

      I love reading that zinnias remind you of your mothers. They are easy to grow and offer lots of bouquets! Enjoy your day!

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  9. Bonnie Morgan says

    July 21, 2022 at 2:46 PM

    Your zinnias also remind me of my mother! I love all your varieties and colors. I love zinnias. Y’all do a great job growing them. Your photos are excellent.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      July 22, 2022 at 8:07 AM

      Thanks so much, Bonnie. Wishing you a lovely weekend!

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  10. Roxanne Bernard says

    July 21, 2022 at 4:33 PM

    Pam, your zinnias look so happy! I love they give such a great reward for such a small investment. I’m having to really keep up with watering mine in this heat. Whew!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      July 22, 2022 at 8:09 AM

      Thank you, Roxanne. I was so happy we received rain yesterday afternoon. Enjoy your day!

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  11. Maristella says

    July 21, 2022 at 8:25 PM

    Just wonderful…Breathtaking! Hugs and blessings.

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      July 22, 2022 at 8:09 AM

      Thank you, Maristella!

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  12. Nancy says

    July 22, 2022 at 5:43 AM

    Such loveliness, oh how I love Zinnias! They are by far my favorite flower and they make a beautiful bouquet.
    The unique one is quite happy as it is smiling.
    Now you know I would enjoy the cactus variety… it’s beautiful!
    My zinnias were eaten by a bunny… so hopefully I’ll plant some in a container in AZ when I get back. We shall see. Until then I’ll just admire yours!
    Enjoy your day my friend!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      July 22, 2022 at 8:13 AM

      Thank you, Nancy. We had some leftover seeds that Butch planted for a second crop, and the bunnies ate the tender little plants. I was so disappointed. They have also eaten the tender shoots of our second crop of sunflowers. They are so cute, but not when they are munching on my garden. Happy Friday!

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      • Nancy says

        July 22, 2022 at 8:30 AM

        Oh I’m so sorry… I know how you feel.
        I was at a farmers market and enjoyed sunflower sprouts. They were selling them for salads etc. They were quite tasty… so I know why the bunnies like them too. 🙃

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      • Pam @ Everyday Living says

        July 22, 2022 at 8:43 AM

        I don’t think I have ever tasted sunflower sprouts!

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      • Nancy says

        July 22, 2022 at 8:57 AM

        They were quite tasty!

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  13. Mary says

    July 22, 2022 at 6:05 AM

    Beautiful Pam! Your zinnia collage looks like it could be from a nursery catalog! We threw out some some seeds that I managed to keep safe from the bunnies that are just starting to bloom. Happy Friday. ♥

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  14. Pam @ Everyday Living says

    July 22, 2022 at 8:14 AM

    Mary, I am so glad you could keep them safe from the bunnies! Happy Friday!

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  15. the Painted Apron says

    July 22, 2022 at 10:04 AM

    Oh Pam, such stunning photos! My paint brush is itching! Love all the different colors and shapes of these sweet flowers, they are so happy! Beautiful!
    Jenna

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  16. Shannon@Belle Bleu Interiors says

    July 22, 2022 at 4:30 PM

    I so enjoyed my walk through the zinnias. They are absolutely gorgeous! So many pretty colors to see. We battled the Japanese Beetles as well. They tried to eat everything in sight. I had to use Sevn dust to get rid of them. Thank goodness they are finally gone. I hope you have a most wonderful weekend, dear friend!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      July 23, 2022 at 3:24 PM

      Thank you for joining me in the garden, sweet friend! Happy Weekend!

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  17. marmeladegypsy says

    July 23, 2022 at 9:03 AM

    Definitely the sunglasses! That’s such one bright blaze of color! Zinnias are so fabulous — one of my favorite summer flowers. You have so many wonderful varieties!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      July 23, 2022 at 3:23 PM

      Thank you, Jeanie! Have a lovely weekend!

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  18. Penny at Enjoying The Simple Things says

    July 24, 2022 at 8:44 AM

    Your zinnias are beautiful. I love the pictures of the butterflies!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      July 24, 2022 at 9:17 AM

      Thank you, Penny!

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  19. Cheryl says

    July 25, 2022 at 1:02 PM

    I absolutely love zinnias, too. They are among my favorites! You are so blessed to have them growing near you that you can see them often. I had to pin a couple of your photos with the butterflies! SO beautiful. I am so thankful you share your beautiful life with us here!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      July 29, 2022 at 10:17 PM

      Thank you sweet friend.

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  20. Kim says

    July 25, 2022 at 11:43 PM

    Pam, your zinnias are gorgeous! I never knew they came in some many different colors and varieties. Love the cactus one and the twin one but all are beautiful. And its even better that the butterflies, bees, and hummingbirds love them as well, and all are such great pollinators. I suspect the zinnias would not do well here in Calgary, so it is a pleasure to partake vicariously. Thank you for sharing your beautiful pictures and wishing you a lovely week!

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  21. RICHELLA J PARHAM says

    July 28, 2022 at 9:48 AM

    You’ve inspired me! I love zinnias, and now I’m wishing I’d taken the time to plant some this spring. I’ll remember this next year!

    Thanks so much for joining the Grace at Home party at Imparting Grace. I’m featuring you this week!

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    • Pam @ Everyday Living says

      July 28, 2022 at 10:05 AM

      Thank you, Richella. I love zinnias, they provide so much color until frost.

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Happy Thursday! Mid January with cold weather and Happy Thursday! Mid January with cold weather and I am thinking about my spring and summer garden! I have ordered seeds that are to arrive tomorrow…zinnias, sunflowers, and giant marigolds! On today’s blog post (LINK IN BIO) I am sharing my photo journal from 2024’s garden! Grab a cup of coffee, tea, or hot chocolate and join me.

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My precious family enjoying a rare snowfall in Ala My precious family enjoying a rare snowfall in Alabama!
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