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Annual Biennial

Zinnia elegans Sprite Mixed (d)

zinnia [Sprite Mixed]

A bushy annual to 45cm with sturdy, upright stems topped by small, very double flowers in dark pink, very pale pink, red, orange and yellow

Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
1–2 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green
Summer Pink Orange Red Yellow Green
Autumn Pink Orange Red Yellow Green
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

West–facing or South–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H2
Botanical details
Family
Asteraceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Bushy
Genus

Zinnia can be annuals, perennials or sub-shrubs, with branching stems bearing opposite leaves and solitary terminal flower-heads in summer

Name status

Trade

How to grow

Cultivation

Grow in well-drained, fertile, humus-rich soil in a warm, sunny, open position

Propagation

Propagate by seed sown in pots in spring or, in warm areas, sown in situ in late spring

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Patio and container plants
  • Flower borders and beds
  • Cut flowers
Pruning

Deadhead to prolong flowering

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

May be susceptible to grey moulds, powdery mildews and a leaf spot

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