Zinnia elegans 'Short Stuff Orange'

Zinnia

Tips for Homeowners:

Water only when needed (water at base, not overhead) and fertilize occasionally. If picking for a bouquet, harvest flowers before they completely open. 

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This compact zinnia variety is aptly named for the size, but the flower is 3-4" and fully double.

  • Dwarf habit is good for planting in small spaces
  • Colorful flowers, attractive foliage
  • Low maintenance

Direct sow seeds in the cut flower garden or as an edging to the vegetable garden.

Height: 12-14 in
Spread: 10-12 in
Zone: 10-11
Color: Orange

Interesting Notes about Zinnia:

Zinnia is one of the easiest annuals to grow and the reward is constant color for both the garden and bouquets.  The general size of both plants and flowers are specific to the variety, likewise the habit can be sprawling to boldly upright with strong stems.  Hummingbirds and butterflies use the flowers for landing pads and for the nectar.  Native to areas where weather is hot and dry, it is no wonder Zinnia has difficulty with wet or humid conditions.  Powdery mildew quickly affects the plant with splashed water or rain, but even when infected the flowers keep on coming.


Characteristics & Attributes

Attributes:

  • Cut Flower/ Foliage
  • Long Blooming
  • Vigorous
  • Mass Planting
  • Garden
  • Fast Growing
  • Blooms all Season
  • Heat Tolerant
  • Edging
  • Border or Bed
  • Summer Bloomer
  • Low Maintenance

Foliage Color:

  • Green

Exposure:

  • Full Sun

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Butterflies
  • Attracts Pollinators

Habit:

  • Mounding
  • Upright

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Summer

Soil Moisture:

  • Average Water