Queen Lime Blush

Family: Asteraceae Annual flowering plant

Planting Schedule

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Queen Lime Blush blooms with a luminous, lime-forward glow that blushes into soft apricot-pink at the petal edges—like a sunrise caught in full flower.

The petals form dense, layered rosettes with a velvety look and a sturdy, upright habit that holds its shape beautifully in the garden. Grow it for abundant cut-flower color: perfect for bouquets and long-lasting displays, with blooms that stay vivid from first opening through peak summer.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 70 DaysHabit: Upright

Botanical illustration of Queen Lime Blush

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Queen Lime Blush Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Protected Environment Only
Zone 2a	Apr 27th	May 25th	Aug 3rd – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Apr 17th	May 15th	Jul 24th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Apr 17th	May 15th	Jul 24th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Apr 21st	May 19th	Jul 28th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Apr 17th	May 15th	Jul 24th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Apr 15th	May 13th	Jul 22nd – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Apr 10th	May 8th	Jul 17th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Apr 6th	May 4th	Jul 13th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Apr 3rd	May 1st	Jul 10th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Mar 28th	Apr 25th	Jul 4th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Mar 23rd	Apr 20th	Jun 29th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Mar 13th	Apr 10th	Jun 19th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Mar 4th	Apr 1st	Jun 10th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Feb 23rd	Mar 23rd	Jun 1st – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Feb 6th	Mar 6th	May 15th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Jan 12th	Feb 9th	Apr 20th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	Continuous Production
Zone 10b	Continuous Production
Zone 11a	Continuous Production
Zone 11b	Continuous Production
Zone 12a	Continuous Production
Zone 12b	Continuous Production
Zone 13a	Continuous Production
Zone 13b	Continuous Production

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	70
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Upright
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	75
Min Soil Temp (°F)	70
Min Night Temp (°F)	55
Harden Off (days)	7

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Ornamental zinnia variety marketed as a cut flower; while the payload says is_edible=true, there’s no reliable culinary use established for Zinnia petals here. I can’t responsibly invent flavor descriptors, pairings, or applications—treat it as non-food unless you can verify a trusted edible-petal source and safe preparation method.

Flavor Profile

Likely non-culinary ornamental flavor; floral esters only Not validated for edible-petal consumption

Frequently Asked Questions

What’s a common disease pest problem for Zinnia elegans (Queen Lime Blush), and how do I treat it?

Zinnia elegans is especially prone to powdery mildew, which shows up as a white, dusty coating on leaves and can start with lower leaves in humid weather. Water at the soil line (not overhead), improve airflow by spacing plants, and remove badly infected leaves early. If it keeps spreading, spray a labeled powdery mildew fungicide and repeat according to the label’s interval, targeting the undersides of leaves.

How often should I water Zinnia elegans during the main growing phase?

During active growth and flowering, keep the top 1 inch of soil evenly moist, but not soggy—water when it begins to dry out. Aim for about 1 inch of water per week total (more during heat waves), and always let excess water drain so roots don’t stay wet. Mulching lightly helps prevent moisture swings that can stress zinnias.

How can I tell when Queen Lime Blush (Zinnia elegans) is ready to harvest for cut flowers?

Harvest when flower heads are fully open and the petals show their mature color, typically about 70 days from sowing. For best vase life, pick in the morning when stems are turgid and the blooms are widest, before they start to look slightly flattened. Snip on a fresh, clean cut just above a leaf node to encourage branching and more blooms.