Zinnias hail from Mexico, so they have what it takes to survive the hottest summer weather. Available in a huge range of colors and types, some zinnia blossoms are flat daisies, while others are more formal pom-poms. Great for color lovers, zinnias are hard to beat for their rich reds, sunny yellows or pure pinks. Some varieties of the next annual can grow dinner-dish-size flowers!

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