Gold on Blue prairie zinnia
Zinnia grandiflora 'Gold on Blue'
Outstanding selection of native prairie zinnia chosen for its vigor, foliage color and large flowers. Excellent for hot, dry sites; thrives in all soil types, even dry clay. Recommended for slopes, along driveways and other places where it can spread as a large scale groundcover. Developed by David Salman. Read more here.
Tips from the pros: Low maintenance, however shearing plants back in late fall or spring will clean out old growth. Best to plant in late spring or early summer to allow it to establish a strong crown before winter's cold.
| Plant Type | Groundcover |
| Height | 8-10 inches |
| Width | 18+ inches |
| Flowering Season | Summer |
| Flower Color | Yellow |
| Sun | Sun |
| Water Needs | Dry to xeric |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | Zones 4-8 |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sandy |
| Deer Resistant | Yes |
| Good for Pollination | Yes |
| Winter Interest | No |
| North American Native | Yes |
| Native Origins | AZ, CO, KS, NM, TX |
| Year Introduced | 2014 |
| Annual Commercial Maintenance | It's easiest to never touch this plant. It will look brown in spring, but it is alive and will turn green the hotter it gets. Use a blower to remove other plant's leaf litter. You will appreciate not having to think about this plant. |
| 5-10 Year Commercial Maintenance | Follow annual maintenance. This can be a long lived perennial if growing conditions are correct. |
| Elevation Guide | Up to 6200 ft |
