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Zinnia peruviana [red]

Also Known As

  • Zinnia peruviana 'Red'
  • Red Peruvian Zinnia

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 15"
  • W: 12"

planting zones

  • 1-11

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Zinnia peruviana [red] plant details

Zinnia peruviana [red] is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer red 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 peruviana [red]

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN wide, 15 IN tall
Flowers: red blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Zinnia peruviana [red]

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

Velvety red flowers age gracefully to a soft brick color. An heirloom variety from Mexico and Souh America, where they have long been in cultivation. [Organic].
This is the cute species of Zinnia seen growing at U.C. Botanical Garden & Roger Raiche's garden. 15" tall upright, branching palnt produce a profusion of reddish, single flowers July thru September. This Zinnia WILL NOT DEVELOP MILDEW! Drought tolerant and easy. Reseeds too!

By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

Gardening facts about Zinnia peruviana [red] plant

How to Grow Zinnia peruviana [red]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 4"-10"

Width: 12"

  • sun
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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

Height: 8"

Width: 12"

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Zones

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Size

Height: 3'

Width: 2'

  • sun
  • regular - low
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Plant Type

Annual / Biennial

Zones

1-11

Size

Height: 3'

Width: 2'

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type

Annual / Biennial

Zones

1-11

Size

Height: 3'

Width: 2'

  • sun
  • regular
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