Zinnia acerosa

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Desert Zinnia

 
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Information by: GardenSoft        Photographer: Mountain States Nursery

 

Description

This hardy perennial grows in a mound, reaching 10" tall and15" wide. Profuse white flowers with yellow centers appear spring through fall. In summer, plant becomes semi-woody and petals become papery and light tan colored. Desert Zinnia prefers full sun and well-draining soil. It is drought tolerant once it's established but does better with some supplemental summer water. Foliage is gray-green and needle-like with sharp tips.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Annual

 

Height Range

Under 1'

 

Flower Color

White

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

 

Leaf Color

Grey Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Apply a layer of mulch around plants to reduce moisture loss.

Choose organic mulches, such as shredded bark, compost or aged sawdust.