Butterflies love them, gardeners adore them, and they make spectacular cut flowers They’re practically foolproof to grow from seed! Flashy zinnias (zinnia elegans) love hot weather and can handle drought and poor soil One of the easiest annuals to grow, zinnia flowers bring an explosion of color wherever they go The show lasts from late spring until the first frost in fall Butterflies and hummingbirds are attracted to the cheery flowers that bloom in nearly every bright color imaginable.
Plants in the zinnia genus are members of the asteraceae family, which also includes daisies and asters Zinnia is an extremely tough annual with varieties of many shapes, sizes, and colors The plant's vibrant blooms are a favorite among pollinators, such as hummingbirds, bees, and butterflies, who love to hover around the flowers and drink their nectar. They are native to southern north america and south america, and there are many cultivars, colors, and a range of sizes available—from 8 inches to 4 feet tall.
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