Zinnia Elegans Yellow

Botanical Details of Zinnia Elegans Yellow

• Scientific Name: Zinnia elegans, belonging to the Asteraceae family, commonly referred to as the daisy or sunflower family.
• Native Origin: Indigenous to Mexico, particularly scrub and dry grassland regions, with naturalization in parts of the Americas and beyond.
• Flower Structure: Features solitary, daisy-like flower heads with bright yellow ray florets surrounding a central disc of yellow or black disc florets.
• Leaf Characteristics: Leaves are opposite, lanceolate (lance-shaped), and typically medium green, with a slightly rough texture.
• Blooming Period: Flowers from late spring or early summer until the first frost, offering a long-lasting display of color.
• Seed Propagation: Reproduces via seeds, which are sown directly into the soil after the last frost, germinating in 4-7 days under optimal conditions.
• Soil Preference: Prefers loamy, well-drained soil rich in organic matter, though it tolerates a range of soil types with a pH of 5.5-7.5.
• Sunlight Needs: Requires full sun (6-8 hours daily) for optimal growth and flowering, showing sensitivity to shade.