Zinnia elegans 'Gumdrop Candy'

Also Known As

Gumdrop Candy Zinnia [Mix]

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 24"-30"
W: 10"

planting zones

1-11

Zinnia elegans 'Gumdrop Candy' plant details

Zinnia elegans 'Gumdrop Candy' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer pink, purple, red and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds 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 'Gumdrop Candy'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 10 IN - wide, 24 IN - 30 IN - tall
Flowers: pink, purple, red and yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, floriferous, long-blooming, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Zinnia elegans 'Gumdrop Candy'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Crested types (also called scabiosa flowered) were available around 1930, but not fixed, so many off-types were found. Ours is an improved collection, having petals of scarlet, violet, gold and pink, all with gumdrop centers.