About
The petals are coloured red at the flower centre, with golden-yellow tips. Easy to grow, compact and mildew-resistant variety bearing single, semi-double and double flowers. Flowers are produced from early summer until the first frosts and are good for cutting.
About the genus
Zinnia can be annuals, perennials or sub-shrubs, with branching stems bearing opposite leaves and solitary terminal flower-heads in summer
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing
ExposureSheltered
UK hardinessH2
Plant details
Plant typeAnnual Biennial
HabitBushy
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height1-2 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Sub-tropical
Care notes
CultivationGrow in a humus-rich, well-drained fertile soil in full sun.
PruningDeadhead to prolong flowering
PropagationPropagate by seed sown under glass in early spring at 15°C, or in situ in late spring
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free, although mildew may be a problem if the plants are not grown in an open site