Ideal Temperature for Mexican creeping zinnia

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Mexican creeping zinnia(Sanvitalia procumbens)
Mexican creeping zinnia(Sanvitalia procumbens)
Mexican creeping zinnia(Sanvitalia procumbens)
Mexican creeping zinnia(Sanvitalia procumbens)

Indications of Low Temperatures for Mexican creeping zinnia

Symptoms

Mexican creeping zinnia tolerates cold well and flourishes optimally when temperatures exceed 65℉. In winter, it needs to be maintained above 50℉. If the temperature drops below 40℉, while no immediate changes might be apparent in winter, reduced or absent sprouting could occur in spring.

Solutions

In spring, remove any sections that have not germinated.

Indications of High Temperatures for Mexican creeping zinnia

Symptoms

In summer, Mexican creeping zinnia should be kept below 75℉. When temperatures surpass 85℉, the plant's foliage might lighten, curl easily, suffer from sunburn, and in severe instances, the whole plant could wilt and dry out.

Solutions

Remove any parts that are sunburned and desiccated. Relocate the plant to a spot offering protection from the midday and afternoon sun, or use a shade cloth for cover. Water the plant in the morning and evening to maintain soil moisture.

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