# @bbcscotland on Instagram

- **Type:** Image
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/Dck4gFngMK1
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/69876019-bbcscotland-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/91d39001b3.jpg
- **Posted:** 2026-08-28T08:00:53.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** BBC Scotland (@bbcscotland) — https://gondola.cc/bbcscotland

## Caption

Before cutting zinnias, give them a wobble.⁣
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A firm stem means it's ready for the vase. A floppy stem means it needs more time. Simple, effective, and easy to remember. ⁣
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Watch more from #BeechgroveGarden on BBC iPlayer.⁣
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 #Gardening

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## Tags

gardening, beechgrovegarden

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