Zinnia grandiflora |
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Prairie Zinnia |
This spreading perennial grows quickly to 1' x 1'. Leaves are narrow and light green. Prefers full sun but will accept partial shade & thrives in well-drained soils. Long-lived and spreads by seed around the garden. Orange-yellow daisylike flowers appear summer to fall. Great summer color. Attacts butterflies. Native to he southwest U.S. and Mexico.
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Orange, Yellow
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.