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Zinnia 'Giant Cactus Double Mix'

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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

Succulent

Velvet/Fuzzy

Height

24-36 in. (60-90 cm)

Spacing

6-9 in. (15-22 cm)

Hardiness

Not Applicable

Danger

N/A

Bloom Color

Pale Pink

Pink

Rose/Mauve

Fuchsia (red-purple)

Red

Coral/Apricot

Orange

Red-Orange

Gold (yellow-orange)

Pale Yellow

White/Near White

Bloom Time

Late Summer/Early Fall

Mid 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

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Soil pH requirements

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Propagation Methods

Direct sow as soon as the ground can be worked

From seed; direct sow after last frost

Seed Collecting

Bag seedheads to capture ripening seed

Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry

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:

Davenport, Iowa

Battle Creek, Michigan

Madison, Mississippi

Elizabeth City, North Carolina

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