General Plant Information (Edit)
Plant Habit: Herb/Forb
Life cycle: Annual
Sun Requirements: Full Sun
Minimum cold hardiness: Zone 9a -6.7 °C (20 °F) to -3.9 °C (25 °F)
Maximum recommended zone: Zone 11
Plant Height: 36 - 40 inches
Plant Spread: 18 - 24 inches
Flowers: Showy
Flower Color: Orange
Pink
Purple
Red
White
Yellow
Other: Rose, salmon, wine and lime
Bloom Size: 4"-5"
Flower Time: Spring
Late spring or early summer
Summer
Late summer or early fall
Fall
Suitable Locations: Xeriscapic
Uses: Cut Flower
Wildlife Attractant: Bees
Butterflies
Hummingbirds
Resistances: Deer Resistant
Containers: Suitable in 3 gallon or larger
Needs excellent drainage in pots

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Common names
  • Zinnia
Botanical names
  • Accepted: Zinnia elegans
  • Synonym: Zinnia violacea

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Location: Killeen,Tx
Date: 2022-10-11

Photo courtesy of Harris Seeds
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 Photo Courtesy of Select Seeds. Used with permission.
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Photo courtesy of Select Seeds.
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Location: Minneapolis, MN
Date: 2019-09-04
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Comments:
  • Posted by Newyorkrita (North Shore, Long Island, NY ) on Sep 12, 2013 6:06 PM concerning plant:
    I have grown the Benary's Giant varieties of zinnias in big pots where these made a stunning display. Large, large full flowers come in a dazzling array of colors. Grow this mix and then choose your favorite colors and grow those individually.

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