Creeping Zinnia (Noun)
Meaning
Low-branching leafy annual with flower heads resembling zinnias; found in southwestern United States and Mexico to Guatemala.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The creeping zinnia adds a splash of vibrant colors to any southwestern garden, thriving in full sun and well-drained soil.
- In its natural habitat, creeping zinnia often sprawls along riverbanks and desert washes in the southwestern United States and Mexico.
- This low-branching annual flower can be used as an attractive ground cover in tropical or subtropical regions.
- To attract butterflies and hummingbirds, gardeners often plant creeping zinnia alongside other drought-tolerant flowers.
- The delicate yet striking blooms of creeping zinnia have earned it a place in many a desert botanical garden.