Sanvitalia or Creeping Zinnia - Garden Basics - Flower - Annual
(Sanvitalia procumbens)
Sanvitalia
is a great little annual for hot, humid summers. The compact plants
grow to a height of 12-16 inches and make a great edging along
sidewalks. Sanvitailia is also a good choice for rock gardens
or hanging baskets. The flowers, which bloom from midsummer until
frost, are one inch wide and resemble zinnias. A healthy plant
will spread about two feet.
Choose a sunny location with loose, well drained soil. Seeding outdoors once the soil warms gives the best results, but for early color, seeds can be started indoors. Plants resist transplanting and should be started in peat pots. Seeds should not be covered since they need light to germinate. Thin plants to 14 inches apart.
- Type
annual -
Propagation
seeds -
Light
full sun -
Flower Color
yellow, orange -
Bloom Time
summer until frost -
Height
12-16 Inches -
Width
up to two feet -
Soil Requirements
loose, well-drained -
Zones
all -
Uses
Borders, edging, rock gardens, hanging baskets.
