Elegant Zinnia
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Elegant Zinnia
Zinnia elegans
Elegant Zinnias are bright and colorful flowers that bloom in many shades like pink, orange, and yellow. They are easy to grow and attract butterflies, making gardens look cheerful and lively!
Habitat: Gardens
Appearance
The Elegant Zinnia boasts vibrant, often multi-layered daisy-like or globe-shaped flowers with concentric rings of petals. Its distinct blooms come in nearly every color except blue, from fiery reds and oranges to soft pinks and purples, centered around a prominent disk.
KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsidaOrderAsteralesFamilyAsteraceaeGenusZinnia
Category
PlantsRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Some Zinnia petals are actually safe to eat and can add a pop of color to salads!
These cheerful blooms were once called 'poorhouse flowers' because they were so easy to grow.
Zinnia flowers come in almost every color imaginable, except for true blue!
Zinnias are like a perfect landing pad for butterflies, offering a great place to rest!
Special abilities
Ability
Vibrant Colors Magnet
Elegant Zinnia has incredibly bright petals that attract bees and butterflies for effective pollination.
Ability
Sun Warrior
Elegant Zinnia can thrive in hot, sunny conditions, enabling it to survive dry spells with ease.
Ability
Bloom Machine
Elegant Zinnia produces abundant flowers, ensuring many seeds are made for future generations.
Measurements & details
- Height
- 30-100 cm
- Spread
- 30-60 cm
- Flower Size
- 5-15 cm
- Bloom Season
- Summer to fall
- Edible
- Yes
- Toxicity
- None
- Lifecycle
- Annual
- Pollination Method
- Insect
Ecological connections
pollinates
honey bee
Apis mellifera
Collects nectar and pollen, aiding reproduction.
pollinates
Monarch butterfly
Danaus plexippus
Feeds on nectar, carrying pollen between flowers.
eaten by
tobacco hornworm
Manduca sexta
Larvae feed on Zinnia leaves and stems.
Traits
Flowering
Flowering plants are any plants that produce flowers as part of their reproductive cycle.
Ornamental
Ornamental plants are cultivated primarily for their aesthetic appeal, enhancing landscapes and gardens with their attractive foliage, flowers, or form.
Summer Blooming
Summer blooming plants produce their flowers during the summer season, often providing vibrant color when many other plants have finished.
Fragrant Flower
Fragrant flowers emit a pleasant aroma, often to attract pollinators or for defense.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Pollinator Magnet
Describes plants that are particularly attractive and beneficial to a wide range of pollinating organisms.
Rapid Growing
Rapid growing plants exhibit accelerated growth rates, quickly increasing in size and biomass within a short period.
Urban Friendly
This habitat trait indicates species that can coexist with humans in urban and suburban environments, utilizing man-made structures and green spaces.
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always ask an adult before picking flowers, and be gentle with plants.
Frequently Asked Questions
How tall is Elegant Zinnia?
30-100 cm
How wide does Elegant Zinnia spread?
30-60 cm
How big are the flowers on Elegant Zinnia?
5-15 cm
When does Elegant Zinnia bloom?
Summer to fall
Is Elegant Zinnia edible?
Yes
Is Elegant Zinnia toxic?
None
What is Elegant Zinnia's lifecycle?
Annual
How is Elegant Zinnia pollinated?
Insect
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