Zahara Double Fire zinnia
Virtues: We love Zahara Double Fire zinnia for its spectacular scarlet-orange, double blooming flowers.The dense, bushy plant is a continuous bloomer from late spring until frost. Double Fire is tolerant…
Virtues: We love Zahara Double Fire zinnia for its spectacular scarlet-orange, double blooming flowers.The dense, bushy plant is a continuous bloomer from late spring until frost. Double Fire is tolerant of heat, humidity and drought, and displays good resistance to leaf spot and powdery mildew.
Common name: Zinnia
Botanical name: Zinnia marylandica
Foliage: Medium green
Habit: Compact habit. Grows to a mature 12 to 15 inches tall and 15 to 18 inches wide
Season: Late spring until early fall
Origin: Southern United States and Mexico
Cultivation: Grow in well-drained soil, and space plants generously to avoid overcrowding. Pinch young plants if needed to promote compact, bushy form. Deadhead spent flowers to promote additional bloom. Full sun. Annual.
Image Credit: Public Domain
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