Zinnia is a warm-season flowering upright growing annual in the Asteraceae (daisy) family. They are native to southern North America and South America, and there are many cultivars, colors, and a range of sizes available—from 8 inches to 4 feet tall. Zinnia is named in honor of Johann Gottfried Zinn, a German botanist.

Zinnia is showy, low maintenance, and easy to grow. Plant them in average, well-drained garden soil in full sun and allow good air circulation. Keep them moist until established. Deadhead to encourage more blooms but leave some seed heads for the birds. (plants.ces.ncsu.edu)