The red spider zinnia, Zinnia tenuifolia, is a delicate, spider-like zinnia. Plants are neat and compact, and bear dainty, spider-like, scalloped flowers in a luscious red. Growing to a height of 60cm, ‘Red Spider’ is perfect for growing towards the front of a sunny border, or planted in containers for a patio display.
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Zinnia ‘Red spider’ and wildlife
Zinnia ‘Red spider’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Zinnia ‘Red spider’ poisonous?
Zinnia ‘Red spider’ has no toxic effects reported.
