Mexican Zinnia, Narrow-leaved Zinnia 'Aztec Sunset'

Zinniahaageana

Family
Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Zinnia (ZIN-ya)
Species
haageana (hag-ee-AH-nuh)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Height
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
12-15 in. (30-38 cm)
15-18 in. (38-45 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Bloom Color
Red
Scarlet (dark red)
Orange
Red-Orange
Gold (yellow-orange)
Pale Yellow
Maroon/Burgundy
Brown/Bronze
Cream/Tan
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Mid Fall
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Can be grown as an annual
Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
Patent Information
Propagation Methods
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry
Allow pods to dry on plant; break open to collect seeds
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Barbourville, Kentucky

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