White zinnia is a warm-season annual known for its upright, branching growth and consistent flowering. It produces white, daisy-like to fully double blooms on sturdy stems throughout the growing season. This plant grows well in warm climates and performs best in full sun with well-drained soil. White zinnia establishes quickly and is suitable for garden beds, borders, and container planting, providing continuous flowering with regular care.
Features
- Upright plant with branching growth habit
- Produces white daisy-like to double flowers
- Suitable for warm and sunny climates
- Adaptable to garden beds, borders, and containers
- Continuous flowering during the growing season
Specifications
- Scientific name: Zinnia elegans
- Common name (US): Zinnia
- Seed type / variety: White
- Growth habit: Upright, branching annual
- USDA zones: 2–11 (grown as annual)
- Planting season: Spring to early summer
- Growing season: Warm season
- Sowing Season: February to May
- Germination time and conditions: 5–10 days at 20–25°C
- Sunlight requirements: Full sun
- Soil requirements: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil
- Watering needs: Moderate, avoid overwatering
- Mature plant size: 30–90 cm height, 20–40 cm spread
- Plant spacing: 20–30 cm between plants
