Zinnia elegans 'Benary's Giant Wine'

Zinnia elegans 'Benary's Giant Wine' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer burgundy 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 'Benary's Giant Wine'

Plant type: annual / biennial

Plant family: asteraceae

Foliage: deciduous green

Mature size: 0 - 20 IN - wide, 0 - 39 IN - tall

Flowers: burgundy 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 'Benary's Giant Wine'

USDA Zones: 1 - 11

Sun exposure: sun

Watering frequency: regular

Resistant to: deer, heat and verticillium wilt

Soil needs: rich and well-drained