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Zinnia elegans 'Raggedy Ann'

Also Known As

  • Cactus-flowered Zinnia 'Raggedy Anne'
  • Raggedy Ann Zinnia

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 3'-4'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 1-11

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Zinnia elegans 'Raggedy Ann' plant details

Zinnia elegans 'Raggedy Ann' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer orange, pink, white and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. 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 'Raggedy Ann'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: orange, pink, white and yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, floriferous, multi-colored, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Zinnia elegans 'Raggedy Ann'

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

From Renee Shepard come these totally fun old fashioned 3-4' tall branching Zinnias bearing double flowers 4”-5” across with curved & twisted petals. Super cool for cutting! Add old-fashioned fun to your garden with these long blooming, self-sowing annuals. Zinnias look best in full sun & rich, composted soil. Exciting in large containers too!

Gardening facts about Zinnia elegans 'Raggedy Ann' plant

How to Grow Zinnia elegans 'Raggedy Ann'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
    • orange
    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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