Zinnia elegans Zinderella Peach | Scabiosa-Flowered Zinnia

Zinnia elegans Zinderella Peach

Bring vintage charm and delicate drama to your garden with Zinnia elegans 'Zinderella Peach'—a unique scabiosa-flowered zinnia from the popular Zinderella series. These elegant blooms feature frilly, crested double flowers in soft peach shades with hints of cream and rose, accented by rich, contrasting centers. Ideal for cutting gardens, borders, and landscape plantings, these zinnias offer a romantic touch and thrive in full sun and well-drained soil.

Type: Annual
Uses: Border • Cut Flower • Landscape
Height: 65–75 cm 
Flowering Season: July – September (Summer)
Color: Light orange with cream and rose hues, dark central eye
Series: Zinderella

Sowing Guidelines:

Indoors (March to April):

• Sow seeds 4–6 weeks before the last frost in trays or pots with well-drained seed compost.
• Lightly cover seeds; germination occurs in 7–14 days.
• Transplant seedlings to 7cm pots when 3–5cm tall.
• Harden off and plant out after frost, spacing 25–30cm apart.

Direct Sow (April to July):

• Sow directly in full sun and fine tilth soil.
• Cover seeds lightly; germinate in 5–10 days.
• Thin seedlings to 25–30cm spacing once 5cm tall.

Growing Tips:

• Prefers rich, well-drained soil and full sun.
• Water at the base to avoid mildew.
• Feed with compost or a slow-release fertilizer at planting and midsummer.
• Deadhead or cut flowers regularly to prolong blooming.
• Protect young plants from slugs and snails.
• May require staking for support.

Ideal For:

• Cut Flowers: Long-lasting (7–10 days in a vase).
• Borders: Adds vibrant color and structure.
• Containers: Perfect for patios and balconies.
• Cottage Gardens: Complements informal, wildflower-style plantings.

Botanical Info:

Native to Mexico, Zinnia elegans belongs to the Asteraceae family. Easy to grow and loved for their long-lasting beauty, Zinnias have been bred into a wide array of colors and forms, with the Zinderella series standing out for its distinctive double blooms and romantic appeal.