Abert's Creeping Zinnia (Sanvitalia Abertii) is a annual herb in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires drought-tolerant watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 8-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Sanvitalia abertii is a small annual herbaceous plant in the aster family, known for its opposite leaves and yellow daisy-like flowers.

Abert's Creeping Zinnia

Abert's Creeping Zinnia

Sanvitalia Abertii

Sanvitalia abertii is a small annual herbaceous plant in the aster family, known for its opposite leaves and yellow daisy-like flowers.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
drought-tolerant
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
8-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Abert's Creeping Zinnia

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Abert's Creeping Zinnia
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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Sanvitalia