Zinnia x 'Old Mexico'

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Zinnia

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Maximum temperature: 

40°C

Minimum temperature: 

10°C

Maximum height: 

60 cm

Zinnia (Zinnia x 'Old Mexico') - Description

Mexican Zinnia (Z. haageana)-A compact, disease resistant class of zinnias with amazing multi-colored double and semi-double flowers. Good for cutting and planting in the middle or front of flower beds. More compact than 'Chippendale', the plants are only 12-18" tall, but have similar flowers 2-1/2" across in mahogany red with contrasting yellow or gold petal-tips. An heirloom variety that was awarded an All-America Selections medal in 1962.

Zinnia (Zinnia x 'Old Mexico') - Blooming

Blooming time will vary depending on the variety. The Z. angustifolia will bloom in 6 weeks from the time the seed has been planted and will continue into fall. The Z. grandiflora will bloom throughout spring and fall if it is watered.

Zinnia (Zinnia x 'Old Mexico') - Growth

Plant growth will vary depending on variety.

Zinnia (Zinnia x 'Old Mexico') - Planting

Plant seeds in the desired location during May-July.

Zinnia (Zinnia x 'Old Mexico') - Interesting facts

Zinnias are summer plants that enjoy warm weather. If they are planted early they will simply wait for warmer weather to flourish.

Zinnia (Zinnia x 'Old Mexico') - Soil and irrigation

Zinnias require good garden soil and should be watered by watering the soil around the plant, not overhead.

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