Zinnia elegans 'Benary's Giant Orange'

Also Known As

Benary's Giant Orange Zinnia

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 3'
W: 2'

planting zones

1-11

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Zinnia elegans 'Benary's Giant Orange' plant details

Zinnia elegans 'Benary's Giant Orange' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer orange flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Zinnia elegans 'Benary's Giant Orange'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 3 FT tall
Flowers: orange blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, floriferous, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Zinnia elegans 'Benary's Giant Orange'

USDA Zones: 1 - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Nothing can be easier than sowing the large seeds of zinnias direct into the garden when the weather has warmed. You will be rewarded with sturdy plants and large flowers. Cut and gather the essence of summer itself, grandma's brown ceramic pitcher will do just fine as a container. Drought tolerant.

By: Select Seeds

To 3’ tall, we love these large flowered Zinnias, with blooms 4”-5” across. Nice double flowers on well-branching plants, Benary’s Zinnias are prolific, drought tolerant & mildew resistant. Grow in the foreground of darker foliage or purple-blue blooming Salvias or mix all the shades for a carnival of color! Excellent cut flower & attracts butterflies! Rich soil for best show.