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Prairie Zinnia

Zinnia Grandiflora

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Overview

The Prairie Zinnia, or Zinnia grandiflora, is a drought-resistant perennial boasting vibrant yellow blooms up to 1 inch in diameter. Its growth habit reaches about 4-8 inches in height and spreads to a width of 12-15 inches, forming a low mat. This sun-loving native thrives in USDA zones 4-9, adding a burst of color to rock gardens or borders with minimal maintenance. Optimal bloom time spans from late summer to fall.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 7–11Type PerennialClimate Arid, Subtropical
Prairie Zinnia (Zinnia Grandiflora) — is a floriferous perennial that brings a vibrant splash of yellow to any garden landscape; minimal water is required once

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Low
USDA zones
7–11

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Asteraceae
Climate
Arid, Subtropical

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Prairie Zinnia (Zinnia Grandiflora) — is a floriferous perennial that brings a vibrant splash of yellow to any garden landscape
Prairie Zinnia (Zinnia Grandiflora) — perennial for full or half
Prairie Zinnia (Zinnia Grandiflora) — contributing to the ecological health of the garden.<br><br>For best growth
Prairie Zinnia (Zinnia Grandiflora) — When planning the landscape design
Prairie Zinnia (Zinnia Grandiflora) — Its growth habit reaches about 4-8 inches in height and spreads to a width of 12-15 inches, forming a low mat; forming a
Prairie Zinnia (Zinnia Grandiflora) — adding a burst of color to rock gardens or borders with minimal maintenance; perennial with yellow blooms
Prairie Zinnia (Zinnia Grandiflora) — Its growth habit reaches about 4-8 inches in height and spreads to a width of 12-15 inches, forming a low mat
Prairie Zinnia (Zinnia Grandiflora) — lance-shaped leaves that maintain a vibrant green hue.<br><br>From late summer into early fall
Prairie Zinnia (Zinnia Grandiflora) — This sun-loving native thrives in USDA zones 4-9
Prairie Zinnia (Zinnia Grandiflora) — is a drought-resistant perennial boasting vibrant yellow blooms up to 1 inch in diameter
Prairie Zinnia (Zinnia Grandiflora) — making it an ideal choice for xeriscaping designs and gardens that aim to conserve water
Prairie Zinnia (Zinnia Grandiflora) — perennial with yellow blooms
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