| Description | An unique colored Zinnia with lime green to green colored flowers |
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| Pronunciation | (zin-EE-a)(EL-e-genz) |
| Plant Type | All Plants, Annuals |
| Sunlight | full, 1/2 day of sun |
| Moisture | average, tolerates dry |
| Soil & Site | average |
| Flowers | large lime green colored flowers, color will vary with the amount of light, a bit of shade brings out the deeper colors, as with most Zinnia it is a good cut flower |
| Dimensions | 24-30 inches tall, space 12-14 inches |
| Maintenance | Zinnia elegans cultivars are susceptible to powdery mildew and grow best in areas with good air circulation and are dry. The breeders are creating new varieties that are very resistant to mildew. Deadheading helps to increase number of blooms. |
| Propagation | Very easy to grow from seed and can be directed seeded into the garden. When starting indoors plant 3-4 weeks before the date they are to be set outdoors. The taller varieties are best started by the gardener. Bedding plants that are purchased in packs which are tall and lanky with flowers don't make good transplants. |
| Native Site | Species native to Mexico. |
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