Zinnia elegans 'Pumila Salmon'

Also Known As

Pumila Salmon Zinnia

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

H: 18"-24"
W: 12"

planting zones

9a-11

Zinnia elegans 'Pumila Salmon' plant details

Zinnia elegans 'Pumila Salmon' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer apricot flowers emerge. Attracts bees, 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 'Pumila Salmon'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 12 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: apricot blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, compact, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, dwarf, easy-to-grow, floriferous, long-blooming, self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Zinnia elegans 'Pumila Salmon'

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer, heat and verticillium wilt
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

These compact growers were the result of early breeding work on the humble Mexican species zinnia, and were first available around 1871. A lovely warm-hued zinnia that thrives in heat. Water when dry, morning hours only, for a gorgeous display at the front of the garden.

By: Select Seeds

Gardening facts about Zinnia elegans 'Pumila Salmon' plant

How to Grow Zinnia elegans 'Pumila Salmon'

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
- apricot
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- fall
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous