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Zinnia elegans

Common Zinnia

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor        Photographer: Modesto Jr. College

 

Description

This annual will grow to about 4' tall and 2' wide. It has oval leaves with flowers that come in a variety of colors and bloom in spring, summer, and fall.

 

Plant Type

Annual

Height Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Blue, Orange, Purple, Red, Yellow, White

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast, Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Ranch

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Background, Patio

Special Uses

Container, Cut Flowers, Filler, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.