Zinnia angustifolia
Mexican Zinnia
Description
This annual will grow to just over 1' tall and has narrow leaves with orange flowers that bloom in summer and fall.
Plant Type
Ground cover, Annual
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Orange, Yellow
Flower Season
Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low, Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
Mediterranean, Spanish
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Perennial Border
Special Uses
Mass Planting
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.