Narrowleaf zinnia
Zinnia angustifolia · Zinnias · Aster family
Also known as: Mexican Zinnia · Creeping Zinnia
Easy20–40cmPet-friendly
Narrowleaf zinnia care at a glance
Narrowleaf zinnia (Zinnia angustifolia) needs little water and prefers to grow in full sun.
- Water need
- Low
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Nutrients
- Low
- Life cycle
- Annual
Pests, Diseases & Weather on Narrowleaf zinnia
Possible pests on Narrowleaf zinnia include Aphids and Spider mites. Possible diseases include Powdery mildew and Bacterial leaf spot. Narrowleaf zinnia is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Aphids Low
- Spider mites Low
Disease
- Powdery mildew Low
- Bacterial leaf spot Low
Weather
- Frost damage High
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Frequently asked questions about Narrowleaf zinnia
- Which pests affect Narrowleaf zinnia?
- Possible pests on Narrowleaf zinnia include Aphids and Spider mites.
- Which diseases affect Narrowleaf zinnia?
- Possible diseases include Powdery mildew and Bacterial leaf spot.
- Is Narrowleaf zinnia toxic to cats and dogs?
- Narrowleaf zinnia is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Narrowleaf zinnia need?
- Narrowleaf zinnia has a low water requirement.
- What light does Narrowleaf zinnia need?
- Narrowleaf zinnia prefers to grow in full sun. Around 6 hours of light per day is ideal.
- Is Narrowleaf zinnia frost-hardy?
- Narrowleaf zinnia is not frost-hardy. Its lower limit is around 2 °C.