Direct sow seeds in the cut flower garden or as an edging to the vegetable garden plus for container use too.
Zinnia marylandica 'UpTown™ Grape'
Zinnia
Tips for Homeowners:
Water only when needed (water at base, not overhead) and fertilize occasionally. If picking for a bouquet, harvest flowers before they completely open.
Rate this Plant:
Great continuous color all summer on upright, spreading plants.
- Excellent disease resistance
- Big, wine-red flowers held up above the foliage
- High performer
Height: 18-24 in
Spread: 18-24 in
Zone: 10-11
Color: Purple
Interesting Notes about Zinnia:
The non-stop production of flowers will delight and decorate with large double flowers all season long. Butterflies use the flowers for landing pads and for the nectar and since there is enough to go around the flowers can be cut for bouquets. Extreme resistance to disease, tolerance of drought and carefree nature makes a great choice for the garden.
Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes:
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Long Blooming
- Vigorous
- Mass Planting
- Garden
- Fast Growing
- Blooms all Season
- Heat Tolerant
- Edging
- Border or Bed
- Summer Bloomer
- Low Maintenance
Foliage Color:
- Green
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Pollinators
Habit:
- Mounding
- Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water