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lark

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4. Our zinnias are in an area that gets no shade.

Reply to Donkees (Reply #3)

Mon Apr 10, 2023, 10:30 AM

Apr 2023

I've only seen the hummingbirds in shadier areas. I just grow the single zinnias, the center isn't covered at all once they're fully open.
I will hve to look for hummingbird mint. Would it grow in full sun in hot humid FL?

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Hummingbird on Zinnia [View all] Donkees Apr 2023 OP

Thank you. niyad Apr 2023 #1

I hsve never seen a hummingbird on our zinnias. lark Apr 2023 #2

I recall reading that the type of zinnia 'centers' makes a difference ... Donkees Apr 2023 #3

Our zinnias are in an area that gets no shade. lark Apr 2023 #4

Here's some info on one of the varieties of hummingbird mint: Donkees Apr 2023 #5