Easy-grow annual with electric colors. Cut-and-come-again champion.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Jun to Oct
- USDA Zones
- 3-10
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Moderate - regular watering
- Mature Height
- 1-3'
- Bloom Colors
- RedOrangePinkYellowPurpleWhite
✿ Pollinator Friendly✦ Low Maintenance✂ Cut Flower
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About This Name
Zinnia elegans is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Zinnia unambiguously. The genus Zinnia places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Zinnia, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Zinnia elegans will give you the most precise results.