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Written by Jungle Jim
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Sunday, 03 April 2005 |
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My
favorite new annual in the last few years are the star zinnia
angustifolia that came out a few years ago. I have never liked regular
zinnias much because of their susceptibility to mildew. Star or crystal zinnias, I keep using the name star zinnia because
that is the name they were introduced under, are short, a little
spreading and very heavy blooming. Even though there are just a few
colors I love the look they provide. The white is clear white and
doesn’t seem to get dirty. The yellow is more of a gold yellow that I
like. Combine these with taller blue salvia or shorter lobelia they
make a great show. Try them for sun or mostly sunny spots for a
terrific show. All summer long
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