{"product_id":"zinnia-royal-purple","title":"Zinnia Royal Purple","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis Zinnia has 4-5 inch wide flowers that are lavender. The species is native to Mexico and plants are fast-growing and long-blooming. Zinnias make good cut flowers. In addition, they are excellent for pollinator plantings and are especially attractive to butterflies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBenefits \/ Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStriking Color Display: Produces rich, royal purple blooms that add bold color to gardens.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat for Cutting: Long-lasting flowers make beautiful fresh bouquets.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollinator Friendly: Attracts butterflies, bees, and other beneficial insects.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFast Growing: Quick to bloom and provides season-long color with minimal care.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVersatile Use: Ideal for flower beds, borders, containers, and mass planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting and Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSowing Time: Spring to early summer, after the last frost.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSowing Method: Direct sow outdoors or start indoors 4–6 weeks early.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeed Depth: 6 mm (¼ inch)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacing: 20–30 cm (8–12 inches) apart\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSunlight: Requires full sun (6+ hours\/day)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: Water moderately; allow topsoil to dry between watering. Avoid wet foliage.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFertilizer: Apply a balanced fertilizer every 3–4 weeks during growth.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlooming Period: Early summer to fall (blooms 6–8 weeks after sowing)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaintenance Tip: Deadhead regularly to promote continuous blooming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrecautions While Growing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid overwatering, which can lead to fungal issues and root rot.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpace plants properly to ensure airflow and reduce disease risk.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrevent transplant shock by hardening off seedlings if started indoors.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProtect young seedlings from pests like slugs or birds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Problems and Solutions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProblem : Powdery Mildew    \u003cbr\u003eCause : High humidity, poor airflow    \u003cbr\u003eSolution : Space plants, avoid overhead watering, treat with fungicide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProblem : Aphids    \u003cbr\u003eCause : Sap-sucking insects    \u003cbr\u003eSolution : Use neem oil or insecticidal soap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProblem : Wilting        \u003cbr\u003eCause : Overwatering or root rot    \u003cbr\u003eSolution : Improve drainage, water less frequently\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProblem : Stunted Growth            \u003cbr\u003eCause : Poor soil nutrition    \u003cbr\u003eSolution : Use balanced fertilizer or enrich soil with compost\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProblem : No Blooms                \u003cbr\u003eCause : Too much nitrogen, not enough sun        \u003cbr\u003eSolution : Use bloom booster fertilizer and ensure full sun exposure\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Hobbit Land","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43748986912802,"sku":"HOBFS015ZRP","price":199.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0730\/7155\/8690\/files\/ZinniaRoyalPurple.jpg?v=1744980889","url":"https:\/\/www.thehobbitland.in\/products\/zinnia-royal-purple","provider":"The Hobbit Land","version":"1.0","type":"link"}