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Zinnia

Zinnia elegans

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Zinnia (Zinnia elegans)

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Bloom colours

scarlet, gold, rose

What actually matters with this one

It hates root disturbance and cold wet soil. Sow direct once the ground is warm rather than starting it early.

How to grow it

Light
full sun
Water
Even moisture
Hardiness
Annual
Height
75 cm
Flowers
July to October
Difficulty
easy

Plant it alongside

Relatives and plants that want the same conditions.