Ella's Garden Plants from A to Z: Zinnia elegans, Lilac Emperor, Zinnia
| Common Name: Zinnia Family: Asteraceae Genus: Zinnia Species: elegans Cultivar or Variety: Lilac Emperor
Characteristics of Plant
| Tetraploid hybrid with very large flowers, quilled petals. In my garden the "cactus" petals developed later in the season. The first blossoms were blunt edged. | Life Cycle
Annual
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Plant Height
2 - 4 feet
Flower Color
Lt. Purple
Purple
Cutting Flower
Yes
Attractive to Wildlife
Birds
Hummingbirds
Butterflies
Bees
Additional Uses
Borders
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"Lilac Emperor"
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