By Peter De Keles

Author  Bio I think I will try this next year. If you're struggling with a hot and dry area that needs a big dose of color, Rocky Mountain zinnia can come to the rescue.

Title:	Great Design Plant: Rocky Mountain Zinnia Brightens Hot, Dry Spots
Publication:	Houzz.com
Date:	09/19/13
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Category	Gardening
Overview	The 1-inch-diameter flowers feature bright, golden-yellow petals and dark orange anthers. The foliage is fine, with needle-like leaves in a cool blue-green hue. Rocky Mountain zinnia demands well-drained soil - either sand or amended clay - and a sunny site. *Update* Here is a link to the USDA Zone map
URL Link	Link to Full Story - Might still not be available online.

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Rocky Mountain zinnia

Looks like a winner in my location. 2000 foot elevation facing south. But I can't find a source.

Paul Petersen - 09/21/2013 - 08:06

Comments

Peter, How far south can this plant survive, looks great and would love to know IF it's available in FL?

Elaine Haggenbottom - 09/21/2013 - 11:53

source and zones

Here is a source. http://www.highcountrygardens.com/perennial-plants/unique-plants/zinnia-grandiflora-golden-eye Article say zones 4-7, FL is 8-11 Here is a link for the USDA map http://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/PHZMweb/#

Peter De Keles - 09/23/2013 - 09:10

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