Zinnias and Their Best Garden Friends

Zinnias and Their Best Garden Friends: Companion Plants That Attract Pollinators

At ZinniaSeeds.com, we believe every garden tells a story—and zinnias are the heart of ours. Their cheerful blooms, vibrant hues, and long-lasting performance make them a must-grow for both beginners and seasoned gardeners. But did you know that zinnias thrive even more when planted alongside the right companions?

Let’s talk about a few standout plant friends that love growing next to zinnias—and why your pollinators will thank you.

Blue Sea Holly (Eryngium planum): A Magnet for Bees & Butterflies

With its spiky steel-blue blooms and silvery stems, Blue Sea Holly is both dramatic and functional. It thrives in sunny, well-drained beds—the same kind zinnias love. Most importantly, it’s a pollinator powerhouse. Planting Blue Sea Holly alongside zinnias creates a gorgeous contrast in color and texture while supporting bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects.

Other Great Zinnia Companions

Here are a few more garden pals that get along beautifully with zinnias:

• Cosmos – Their feathery foliage and daisy-like blooms create a dreamy, cottage feel. Try our Apricot Lemonade or Cupcake Blush Mix cosmos for a pastel pairing.

• Snapdragons – Add vertical interest and rich color. Bees adore these!

• Marigolds – A tried-and-true companion that not only attracts pollinators but helps deter pests naturally.

 

• Dill & Fennel – Great for beneficial insects and add a delicate, lacy texture beneath zinnias.

Make the Most of Your Garden with Our Favorite Seeds

Looking to build the perfect pollinator patch? We offer these lovely varieties to get you started:

• Strawberry Bon Bon Mini Zinnias – Loved by bees and butterflies for their pastel pink-to-lilac hues.

• La Petite Zinnias – 1”-2” blooms in dreamy pastel tones, ideal for low borders and cut flower arrangements.

• Delectable Pastels – Our best-selling collection, curated for timeless beauty.

• Moody Mix – For those who love neutral plums, warm browns, and mauves—a fall favorite.

• Cosmos – The perfect zinnia companion for soft, romantic tones.

Let’s Celebrate Companion Gardening – and a Giveaway!

To celebrate the beauty of thoughtful planting, we’re giving away a pack of our Crème De La Crème zinnia seeds—a stunning, creamy double-flowered variety that’s as dreamy as it sounds.

To enter, leave a comment below about what companion plant you like to grow with zinnias and why.