Photo of Zinnia elegans 'Polar Bear' flower by Karl Gercens III

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Zinnia elegans 'Polar Bear'

Also Known As

  • Polar Bear Zinnia

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 36"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 1-11

Zinnia elegans 'Polar Bear' plant details

Zinnia elegans 'Polar Bear' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, 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 'Polar Bear'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 24 IN - wide, 0 - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: white 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 'Polar Bear'

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

A long-stemmed favorite with snow white flowers accented with gold stamens in the center of the blooms.

Gardening facts about Zinnia elegans 'Polar Bear' plant

How to Grow Zinnia elegans 'Polar Bear'

  • 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

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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