Zinderella Peach

Family: Asteraceae Annual flowering plant

Planting Schedule

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Sunlit petals unfurl in a riot of warm peachy glow, with a velvety softness that feels almost painterly at arm’s length.

Zinderella Peach forms sturdy, well-branched stems topped with abundant, long-lasting blooms—ideal for creating airy bouquets and vivid color accents that hold their charm from garden to vase.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 70 DaysHabit: Upright

Botanical illustration of Zinderella Peach

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Zinderella Peach Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Protected Environment Only
Zone 2a	Apr 20th	Jul 20th	Sep 28th – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Apr 10th	Jul 10th	Sep 18th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Apr 10th	Jul 10th	Sep 18th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Apr 14th	Jul 14th	Sep 22nd – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Apr 10th	Jul 10th	Sep 18th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Apr 8th	Jul 8th	Sep 16th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Apr 3rd	Jul 3rd	Sep 11th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Mar 30th	Jun 29th	Sep 7th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Mar 27th	Jun 26th	Sep 4th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Mar 21st	Jun 20th	Aug 29th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Mar 16th	Jun 15th	Aug 24th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Mar 6th	Jun 5th	Aug 14th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Feb 25th	May 27th	Aug 5th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Feb 16th	May 18th	Jul 27th – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Jan 30th	May 1st	Jul 10th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Jan 5th	Apr 6th	Jun 15th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 10b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 11a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 11b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 12a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 12b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 13a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th
Zone 13b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 10th – Feb 28th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	70
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Upright
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	75
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	7

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease most often affects Zinnia elegans (Zinderella Peach), and how can I manage it?

Zinnia elegans is especially prone to powdery mildew, which shows up as a white, dusty coating on leaves and spreads when plants stay too damp or crowded. Space plants with airflow, water at soil level, and remove heavily affected leaves early. If mildew appears repeatedly, use a labeled fungicide for powdery mildew on ornamentals and repeat according to the label.

How often should I water Zinnia elegans during the main growing phase?

During the main growth and blooming period, keep the soil evenly moist but not soggy—aim for watering when the top 1 inch of soil feels dry. Water deeply at the base so moisture reaches the root zone, then let the surface dry before the next watering. Avoid frequent light sprinkles that keep foliage wet, which increases mildew risk.

How do I know when Zinnia elegans (Zinderella Peach) is ready to harvest?

Harvest when the flower heads are fully open and the petals are flat and vibrant, typically around 70 days from sowing. For best vase life, cut blooms in the morning after any dew has dried, using clean pruners and taking stems with a few inches below the flower head. If you want continued flowering, keep deadheading spent blooms promptly to encourage new buds.