Zinnia

Light

Sunny

Pot size

Medium pot (about 5 to 15 litres)

Care level

Moderate

Year round or seasonal

Seasonal flower for warm weather

Pets

ASPCA: non-toxic to cats and dogs

Light and position

Full sun.

Size and pot

NC State lists 6 inches to 3 feet; choose dwarf types for small pots. Our pot band: medium pot (about 5 to 15 litres).

Watering

NC State lists it as drought tolerant; let the mix dry a little between waterings.

Potting mix and feeding

Well-drained soil. Space plants for good air flow, which helps prevent fungal leaf diseases.

Growing through the year

Sow seed directly where it will grow once the weather is warm. NC State advises disease-resistant varieties in hot, humid climates.

Grown for one season: sow or plant it once the weather is warm and frost-free.

Watch for

Powdery mildew, leaf spots and blights; aphids and mites.

Pets and people

ASPCA lists zinnia (Zinnia species) as non-toxic to dogs, cats and horses.

General gardening information, not professional advice. Plant toxicity details are a starting point, not veterinary or medical advice: if a pet or child may have eaten a plant, contact a veterinarian or doctor promptly.

Care level: NC State’s maintenance rating (Medium). Pot band and summary wording are ours, based on the sources below.