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Asteraceae
Cactus-flowered Zinnia 'Floradale'
Zinniaelegans
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Family
Asteraceae
(ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Zinnia
(ZIN-ya)
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Species
elegans
(ELL-eh-ganz)
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Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Unknown - Tell us
Height
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)
Hardiness
Not Applicable
Danger
Unknown - Tell us
Bloom Color
Red
Scarlet (dark red)
Bloom Time
Late Summer/Early Fall
Blooms repeatedly
Other Details
Category
Annuals
Water Requirements
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Foliage Color
Unknown - Tell us
Where to Grow
Unknown - Tell us
Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for cutting
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size
Unknown - Tell us
Other details
Unknown - Tell us
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information
Unknown - Tell us
Propagation Methods
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
From seed; direct sow after last frost
Seed Collecting
Allow seedheads to dry on plants; remove and collect seeds
Regional
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