Zinnia elegans aka Garden Zinnia

Taxonomy

Zinnia elegans, also known as common zinnia or elegant zinnia, is an annual flowering plant in the Asteraceae family. It is native to Mexico but is widely grown as an ornamental plant in many places and has been naturalized in scattered locations in South and Central America, the West Indies, the United States, Australia, and Italy. Zinnia flowers are among the easiest annuals to grow and are available in a wide range of bright colors, making them a popular choice for first-time flower growers. Their showy blooms attract butterflies and hummingbirds and last from late spring until the first frost in fall. In addition, they require low maintenance and come in a variety of sizes and shapes. Common Zinnia is also a popular houseplant that requires regular watering and direct light to thrive. It should be placed less than 1 foot from a window for optimal growth.

Common names

Garden Zinnia, Zinnia, Youth And Age

How to care for Garden Zinnia

Difficulty

Even if you don't have a green thumb, you can successfully care for Garden Zinnia due to its easy-going nature.

Water

Garden Zinnia should be watered regularly, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Soil

Garden Zinnia loves a well-draining soil. Perlite and vermiculite help with drainage, while coco coir adds organic matter, so a good potting soil mix will have all three. You can improve store-bought soil by adding some perlite to it.

Lighting

Garden Zinnia thrives in bright and direct sunlight. To ensure your plant receives enough light to survive, place it less than one foot from a window. The current weather in your area may affect the placement in your home. For example, if you live in a region that has longer and more intense periods of sunlight, then you may want to place the plant farther away from the window to avoid direct sunlight and reduce the risk of sunburn. Alternatively, if you live in a region with relatively milder temperatures and less intense sunlight, then you may be able to place the plant closer to the window for increased exposure. Ultimately, the current weather in your area should be taken into consideration when determining the best placement for your Youth And Age.

Toxicity

Ploi does not possess verified information regarding the toxicity of this particular plant. In the event that you, a member of your family, or a pet ingests plant material with an unclear toxicity level, it is highly recommended to seek the advice of a medical professional.

Fertilizer

The growth of Garden Zinnia is gradual and it doesn't necessitate any additional fertilizers. Replacing the soil in its pot once a year should suffice to provide the plant with sufficient nutrition. It's important to keep in mind that plants derive their energy from the sun's rays, not fertilizers.

Growth-pattern

Garden Zinnia grows vertically and new growth emerges from the top of the plant.


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