ZINNIA elegans 'Meteor' (Zinnia, Burgundy - Meteor)
Zinnia ‘Meteor’ is a stunning burgundy color. Flowers are four to five inches across and are semi-double to double. This Zinnia species is native to Mexico, and it is fast-growing and long blooming. They are as amazing as its name suggests. The yellow disc flowers in the center of the bloom shoot out like meteors against the backdrop of the dark maroon and red ray flowers. Zinnias are good cut flowers. In addition, they are excellent for pollinator plantings and are attractive to butterflies, swallowtails and other pollinators.
| Number of Seeds | Max Coverage Area (Square Ft.) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1OZ | 4,250 | 138 |
| 1/4LB | 17,000 | 550 |
| 1/2LB | 34,000 | 1,100 |
| 1LB | 68,000 | 2,200 |
| 5LB | 340,000 | 11,000 |
Scientific Name: Zinnia Elegans
Common Name: Zinnia, Burgundy – Meteor
Plant Type: Annual
Family: Asteraceae
Native Range: Mexico, North America
Height: 30-40"
Spread: 18 to 20 "
Habitat: Woodlands, Streambanks, Roadsides, Meadows
Zone: 3-10
Exposure: Full Sun, Partial Sun
Blooming Season: Summer
Attracts: Butterflies, Bees, Insects
Resistant: Deer
Flower Color: Burgundy, Red
Characteristics: Showy, Fragrant
Moisture: Dry, Moderate
Water Requirement: Low
Soil Type: Clay, Loam, Peat, Sand
Soil pH: Neutral
Advantage: Easy to grow and maintain, Quick growth