Zinnia grandiflora |
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Prairie Zinnia |
Description
Ground-hugging mound 1' tall & wide. Native in AZ and SW USA. Prefers hot sunny spots and will thrive in well-drained soils. Long-lived and spreads by seeds around the garden. Foliage is needle like. Flowers summer to fall. Herbaceous in winter. Native grasslands in the Midwest and Southwest 4-6000' elevation. Deep golden papery 1" flowers. Full sun and well-drained soil needed. Some water will extend summer flowering. Good erosion control. Will not grow until summer heat.
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Anatomy
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Culture
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Design
Plant Type
Perennial
Height Range
Under 1'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Spring, Summer, Fall
Leaf Color
Green, Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.