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Zinnia grandiflora

Prairie Zinnia

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Information by: Kathleen Moore        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

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

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Medium

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral, Basic

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Unusual Foliage

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Entry, Perennial Border, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Filler, Mass Planting, Naturalizing, Small Spaces

Attracts Wildlife

Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a 2" layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

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

Inorganic mulches such as gravel are also acceptable.