Oh look at how 'tall' our Zinnias! They've eclipse the Marigolds (backstage). On top of that, its blooms twice larger and last 2 weeks longer than poor Marigolds.
Zinnia seeds; for germination success use dark/black seeds which are ripe. To be 'ripe', it should have darkened to a dusty brown or gray shade. White seeds are not yet ripe.
http://www.ehow.com/how_4928260_seeds-zenia-flower.html
http://www.flowergardens.suite101.com/article.cfm/growing_annual_zinnias_from_seed_you_collect
Pick wilted blooms to dry for a few days. Gently rub the base of the flower and seeds will tumble out.
Marigolds propagated by seeds, at least 2 cm apart; takes 45 days to flower after germination. Cover seeds with 1/4" of potting soil. Water sufficiently. Seedling emerge within a few days and start flowering after 1-2 months. Start fertilizing monthly once buds are formed. Potash fertiliser prolongs the flowering period. http://www.dooyoo.co.uk/plants/marigold/1227656
I'm trying out this - small peat pot to germinate Zinnia seeds. Interesting to watch as the peat capsule enlarged after soaking in water for 10 minutes.
I should be stuffing 3 to 4 seeds; I thought hard, what if some seeds didn't germinate? Well? The more the merrier! Stuffed 7 to 9 seeds each.
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