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Zinnia

Zinnia elegans

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Field Notes

Description:

Zinnia or the common zinnia, belong to the Asteraceae or the sunflower family, originally coming from Mexico, is a very popular flower, with its wide range of colours and sizes. Many varieties differing in weight, shape, size and colour have been evolved. The leaves are oval and rough textured. There are single, semi-double or double flowers and the colours range from white, cream, yellow, orange over rose, purple scarlet, maroon, to lilac, lavender, magenta, mauve, salmon to violet. Grown as tall (75 - 90 cm), medium (45 - 60 cm) and dwarf (15 - 45 cm) varieties.

Habitat:

Zinnias are suitable for beds, borders, and pots. They are grown by seeds and survive best in light and medium loam soils, rich in organic matter and in a sunny environment. Frequent and heavy watering is required.

Notes:

Beautiful flower and quite commonly found. I do like them a lot for their beautiful colors and staying longer.

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PublishedOctober 3, 2011

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