Want to grow gorgeous zinnias and enjoy a healthy, thriving garden? This guide shares the best flowers that complement zinnias in your garden. Plant these 7 easy flowers for nonstop color in your garden.
Coreopsis This cheerful perennial thrives in full sun with well-drained soil and is a pollinator magnet. It makes a great low growing plant around taller zinnia varieties that will return year after year.
Cosmos Cosmos bring a touch of whimsy to your zinnia bed, perfectly complementing the bolder blooms with their airy grace. Beyond their appearance, cosmos act as a magnet for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.
MarigoldMarigold's strong scent acts as a natural pest deterrent, repelling nematodes, whiteflies, and some beetles, keeping your zinnias safe from harm. They also help add color while your zinnia seedlings are still maturing.
SunflowerSunflowers are powerhouses for attracting pollinators! Bees and butterflies flock to these cheerful giants, benefiting your zinnias in turn. But they also look incredibly beautiful when paired in zinnias in the flower garden too!
Salvia This beautiful perennial plants looks pretty in the gardens and helps add color to borders while your zinnia seedlings grow. You can get a second flush of blooms if you cut it back halfway after the first set of flowers that look pretty with zinnia blooms.
Sweet AlyssumThis low-growing annual thrives in full sun with well-drained soil and loves to fill in those empty spots around the base of your taller zinnias. Sweet alyssum attracts hoverflies and other beneficial insects, adding another layer of protection for your zinnias from harmful pests.
PetuniasWith varieties tolerating both full sun and partial shade, petunias can fill in gaps while adapting to your garden’s layout. They attract pollinators like bees and butterflies, ensuring a steady stream of visitors to your zinnias throughout the summer.
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