Creeping Zinnia (Sanvitalia Procumbens) is a annual groundcover in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

A low-growing, mat-forming annual plant with bright yellow daisy-like flowers and trailing stems.

Creeping Zinnia

Creeping Zinnia

Sanvitalia Procumbens

A low-growing, mat-forming annual plant with bright yellow daisy-like flowers and trailing stems.

Quick Facts

Type
groundcover
Lifecycle
annual
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, well-drained
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, ornamental, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Creeping Zinnia

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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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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Sanvitalia
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