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Zinnia elegans [Candy Cane Mix]

Also Known As

  • Zinnia elegans 'Candy Cane Mix'
  • Candy Cane Mix Zinnia

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 30"
  • W: 20"

planting zones

  • 1-12

Zinnia elegans [Candy Cane Mix] plant details

Zinnia elegans [Candy Cane Mix] is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer orange, red and white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Zinnia elegans [Candy Cane Mix]

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 IN wide, 30 IN tall
Flowers: orange, red and white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, floriferous, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Zinnia elegans [Candy Cane Mix]

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Striped flowers in a mix of warm sunny colors.

Gardening facts about Zinnia elegans [Candy Cane Mix] plant

How to Grow Zinnia elegans [Candy Cane Mix]

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • red
    • orange
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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Zones

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Size

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Size

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Zones

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Size

Height: 3'

Width: 2'

  • sun
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Plant Type

Annual / Biennial

Zones

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Size

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Width: 2'

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Plant Type

Annual / Biennial

Zones

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Size

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Width: 2'

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