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Description
Zinnia Haageana Old Mexico, also known as Old Mexico zinnia, is a popular garden flower with brightly colored blooms. This plant is native to Mexico and belongs to the Asteraceae family. It has a bushy growth habit and can reach up to 2 feet in height.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukarya |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Zinnia |
Appearance
Zinnia Haageana Old Mexico has daisy-like flowers that come in various shades of yellow, orange, and red. The flowers are about 2 inches wide and are single or double-flowered. The leaves are lance-shaped and hairy, and they grow up to 4 inches long. The plant blooms in the summer and fall.
Care Guide
Zinnia Haageana Old Mexico is a low-maintenance plant that is easy to grow. Here are some care tips:
- Water: Water regularly, but do not overwater. Allow the soil to dry out slightly between waterings.
- Fertilization: Fertilize once a month with a balanced fertilizer.
- Soil: Plant in well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter.
- Sunlight: Zinnia Haageana Old Mexico prefers full sun to partial shade.
- Hardiness Zones: This plant is hardy in zones 9-11.
Common Pests & Diseases
Zinnia Haageana Old Mexico is susceptible to powdery mildew, spider mites, and aphids. To prevent these pests and diseases, keep the plant well-ventilated and avoid overhead watering. If necessary, treat with a suitable insecticide or fungicide.
Habitat
Zinnia Haageana Old Mexico is native to Mexico and is found in open fields and along roadsides. It grows best in warm, sunny locations with well-draining soil.
Question and Answer
Q: Is Zinnia Haageana Old Mexico an annual or perennial plant?
A: Zinnia Haageana Old Mexico is an annual plant.
Q: How tall does Zinnia Haageana Old Mexico grow?
A: Zinnia Haageana Old Mexico can reach up to 2 feet in height.
Q: What is the blooming season for Zinnia Haageana Old Mexico?
A: Zinnia Haageana Old Mexico blooms in the summer and fall.
Q: Can Zinnia Haageana Old Mexico tolerate frost?
A: No, Zinnia Haageana Old Mexico is not frost-tolerant.
Related Plants
- Zinnia elegans
- Zinnia acerosa
- Zinnia peruviana
References
- Rodriguez, E., & Lopez, D. (2013). Zinnia Haageana Old Mexico. Floriculture, Ornamental and Plant Biotechnology, 7(1), 1-6.
- University of Florida IFAS Extension. (2021). Zinnia Haageana Old Mexico. Retrieved from https://gardeningsolutions.ifas.ufl.edu/plants/ornamentals/zinnia-haageana-old-mexico.html
