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Homes & Gardens
Jill Morgan

9 plants never to grow next to zinnias – expert advice to maintain vibrant, mood boosting blooms

Zinnia.

If you love a summer yard filled with colorful blooms, zinnias have to be at the top of your planting list. With flowers in every shade from vibrant citrus to delicate neutrals they are hugely enticing, but did you know there are many plants to avoid growing alongside them.

Although relatively quick to grow, these popular annuals can be easily overwhelmed by hungry feeders, unruly ground huggers and voracious climbing plants. Stealing essential nutrients from the soil and shading out the sun, it’s well worth knowing how to grow zinnias so you can cater for their needs and ensure a successful floral display.

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