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Zinnia

Zinnia marylandica 'Zahara White'

May 26, 2013 at 5:13 am

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Zinnia is a genus of plants of the sunflower tribe within the daisy family. They are native to scrub and dry grassland in an area stretching from the Southwestern United States to South America, with a center of diversity in Mexico. Members of the genus are notable for their solitary long-stemmed flowers that come in a variety of bright colors. Most Zinnia species are annuals and bloom from early summer through the first frosts in autumn.

There are more than a dozen species of zinnias, but only a few species are regularly grown in home gardens. Among them, Zinnia elegans, known as common zinnia, with its tall, medium and dwarf varieties, has been around for a long time. Zinnia. angustifolia (also known as Z. linearis) which has narrower foliage and smaller single flowers is also very common. There are also a number of artificial hybrids based on different Zinnia species that are gaining popularity in the garden.

Zinnia “Dreamland”

The ‘Dreamland’ series (Zinnia elegans ‘Dreamland’) is comprised of dwarf, compact plants, 10 to 12 inches tall and half as wide. They bloom all summer with fully double blossoms, to 4 inches wide, in apricot, ivory, red, yellow, pink, and many shades in between. Dreamland is an early, large dahlia-flowered type providing a great color show both in containers and in the garden


Zinnia “Magellan”

This zinnia series (Zinnia elegans ‘Magellan’) is a dwarf variety that has been bred for exceptional performance. Plant habit and flower bloom time are uniform across all the vibrant colors and make an excellent choice for grower packs or 4 to 6″ pots. In the garden, secondary branching grows up and over the first flush of flowers, covering the spent blooms with no dead heading required. Garden height reaches 12 to 14″, with a 10 to 12″ spread.

  • Available colors: cherry, orange, pink, salmon, scarlet, yellow
  • flowers continuously throughout the season

Zinnia “Crystal”

Cultivars in the Crystal Series (Zinnia angustifolia ‘Crystal’) bear showy orange, yellow, or white daisy-shaped flowers on compact stems throughout summer. The blooms are a rich in color, with one to two layers of fat, overlapping petals. Measuring an inch or two across, they are held just above the dense, handsome dark green foliage on these 1-foot plants. Tolerant of heat, humidity, and dry conditions, this Mexican Zinnia is easy to grow and very long-blooming.


Zinnia “Profusion”

This cultivar is a hybrids between Z. elegans and Z. angustifolia. The profusion series Zinnia are highly prolific bloomers. Each variety in the Zinnia Profusion series produces masses of 2″ semi-double flowers on mid-height plants. Profusion varieties perform exceptionally well in both gardens and landscapes, due to their combined tolerance for both cool and hot, humid conditions.

  • highly resistant to powdery mildew, compares to other varieities of Zinna
  • Extreme heat and drought resistance makes for excellent landscape performance
  • Orange, White and Cherry are All America Selections Gold Medal Winners; Cherry is also a Fleuroselect Gold Medal Winner

Zinnia “Zahara”

This is another artificial hybrid between Z. angustifolia var.angustifolia and Z. elegans. Zahara series zinnias are premium, easy to grow, heat, drought, and humidity resistant zinnias which grow 12-18 inches tall and are continuously covered with vibrant, 2.5 inch blooms throughout the season. These are tough plants, ideal for hot, sunny, dry areas in which conventional zinnias or vincas have previously failed. Highly resistant to mildew and leaf spot, they are impressive performers in the landscape, or containers.

  • 20% larger flowers than most other varieties.
  • Less care needed.
  • Outstanding performer in heat, drought.

 


In the Garden

Zinnias are one of the easiest annuals to grow, grow quickly, and bloom heavily. They make a massive burst of color in your garden. Use in an annual or mixed border. Smaller zinnias are suitable for edging, windowboxes or other containers. The narrow-leaf zinnia also works well in hanging baskets.

Characteristics:

  • Solitary, daisy-like flowerheads on a single, erect stem.
  • Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Song Birds.
  • Showy Flowers

 

Caring & Growing

 

Temperature

USDA Hardiness Zone: 11

Light

Best grow in full sun.

Soil

Prefer  fertile, well-drained soil. Tolerates Loam or Sand type soil.

Watering

Water only when needed, and then only at the base of the plants. Wet leaves can promote mildew development, and splashing water can transfer fungus from the ground onto zinnia leaves

Fertilization

Feed monthly during growing season. Fertilize with an organic bloom boosting fertilizer once plants have started flowering.

Misc. Maintenance

Deadhead spent blossoms to continue flowering.

Characteristics & Attributes for Zinnia

Sun Exposure : Sun
Min/Max Height : 1-2 feet
When Available : All year
Botanical Name : Zinnia marylandica 'Zahara White'
Available flowering colors : White
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Periwinkle

Vinca sp.

May 26, 2013 at 5:12 am

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An absolute favorite in areas that are hot, sunny and diy. The plant is easy to grow and looks good in a container or flower bed. The flowers attract bees and butterflies.

Characteristics & Attributes for Periwinkle

Sun Exposure : Sun
Min/Max Height : 1 feet
When Available : All year
Botanical Name : Vinca sp.
Available flowering colors : Purple
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Society garlic

Tulbaghia violacea

May 26, 2013 at 5:09 am

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This plant can be grown as a patio plant in a container or as bedding plant. The flower gives off a sweet fragrant at night.

Characteristics & Attributes for Society garlic

Sun Exposure : Sun
Min/Max Height : 1-2 feet
When Available : Spring
Botanical Name : Tulbaghia violacea
Available flowering colors : Lavender
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Trumpet bush

Tecoma stans 'Mayan Gold'

May 26, 2013 at 5:08 am

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A great plant for attracting bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. This plant will add a sense of tropical feeling to any landscape.

Characteristics & Attributes for Trumpet bush

Sun Exposure : Sun
Min/Max Height : 2-3 feet
When Available : Spring
Botanical Name : Tecoma stans 'Mayan Gold'
Available flowering colors : Yellow
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Trumpet bush

Tecoma 'Bells of Fire'

May 26, 2013 at 5:07 am

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A great plant for attacting bees, butterflies and hummingbirds. This plant will add a sense of tropical feeling to any landscape.

Characteristics & Attributes for Trumpet bush

Sun Exposure : Sun
Min/Max Height : 2-3 feet
When Available : Spring
Botanical Name : Tecoma 'Bells of Fire'
Available flowering colors : Orange
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Star jasmine

Trachelospermum jasminoides

May 26, 2013 at 5:04 am

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The plant produces fragrant white flowes that attract bees. It is a perfect plant for adding colors to and covering up fences.

Characteristics & Attributes for Star jasmine

Sun Exposure : Sun to part shade
Min/Max Height : 3-6 feet
When Available : Spring
Botanical Name : Trachelospermum jasminoides
Available flowering colors : White
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Mexican flame vine

Senecio confusus

May 26, 2013 at 5:03 am

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This is a quick growing vine that produces bright orange flowers. It is a perfect plant for adding some colors to fences around properties.

Characteristics & Attributes for Mexican flame vine

Sun Exposure : Sun
Min/Max Height : 6-8 feet
When Available : Spring
Botanical Name : Senecio confusus
Available flowering colors : Orange
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Blue fan flower

Scaevola aemula 'Top Pot Blue'

May 26, 2013 at 5:02 am

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A great variety for the hanging basket due to its good branching and spreading habit.

Characteristics & Attributes for Blue fan flower

Sun Exposure : Sun
Min/Max Height : 1 feet
When Available : Spring
Botanical Name : Scaevola aemula 'Top Pot Blue'
Available flowering colors : Blue
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Scarlet sage

Salvia splendens 'Vista Red'

May 26, 2013 at 5:01 am

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A compact variety that is very tolerant to heat.  It attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, and is perfect for landscaping.

Characteristics & Attributes for Scarlet sage

Sun Exposure : Sun
Min/Max Height : 1 feet
When Available : Spring
Botanical Name : Salvia splendens 'Vista Red'
Available flowering colors : Red
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Mystic spires blue salvia

Salvia longispicata x farinacea 'Mystic Spires Blue'

May 26, 2013 at 4:59 am

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A compact and dwarf variety that will flower freely all summer. This particular plant will do well for landscapers who are looking for a salvia that will flower a lot and does not occupy too much space at the same time.

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Characteristics & Attributes for Mystic spires blue salvia

Sun Exposure : Sun
Min/Max Height : 1-2 feet
When Available : Spring
Botanical Name : Salvia longispicata x farinacea 'Mystic Spires Blue'
Available flowering colors : Blue
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