The Botanical Alphabet is a gardening and

typography project in which for each plant,

chosen from among the most beautiful

of the entire world's flora,

we have matched a typeface in an iconic

typographic style, for the pleasure of the soul

and mind and for a greener world.

A brand-new way to combine the joy of gardening

with the art of personal expression.

Spell out names, words, or special messages

with the eco-friendly seed packets,

each representing a letter of the alphabet.

Z - ZINNIA

THE PLANT

A long-flowering summertime plant with gorgeously

coloured flowers that make wonderful cut flowers.

THE TYPE

A “bubble” style font inspired by the big, rounded,

puffy letters of early 1980s–1990s graffiti.

Details:

Name: Zinnia

Variety: Field grown mixed

Latin name: Zinnia elegans

Seed quantity: 1 grams

Packet size: 9 x12,5 cm

Packet material: Made from paper produced

using tomato waste fibers, it can be disposed

of in biodegradable waste

Plant size: 30-90 cm height, 30-45 cm spread

Container size: Minimum 25 cm diameter

HOW TO GROW

SOWING

Outdoor Late spring, after last frost

Indoor 4-6 weeks before last frost

GERMINATION

Time 7-10 days

Temperature 20-25°C

HOW TO SOW

Direct sow Sow seeds 0.5 cm deep, cover lightly
Indoor Sow in trays, cover lightly with soil, and keep warm

CARING

Light Full sun 

Watering Moderate; water when soil feels dry 

Soil Well-drained, moderately fertile soil

Feeding Light feeding with balanced fertilizer every 4-6 weeks

GROWING TIP

Zinnias benefit from deadheading to promote more blooms.

They are drought-tolerant once established

and ideal for summer gardens.

HARVESTING

Cut flowers when fully open. Zinnias are excellent for bouquets,

and cutting encourages new growth.

INTERESTING FACTS

Fun fact 1

Zinnias are known for their vibrant colors and were

one of the first flowers grown in space by NASA.

Fun fact 2

Symbolizing friendship and endurance,

zinnias are popular in cut flower arrangements

for their long vase life.