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Zinnia 'Zinderella Lilac' Seeds
Zinnia elegans 'Zinderella Lilac'
Zinnia Zinderella Lilac on a petaled domed bloom. Zinnia Zinderella Lilac produces large-flowered, semi-double blooms that are layered thickly with a crown of contrasting colours. This bloom with pompom-like short petals above a skirt of longer daisy-like flowers on tall sturdy stems makes them ideal for cut flower arrangements or adding structure to garden beds.
Approx 30 seeds
- Cut Flowers
- Easy to Grow
- Compact for Pots
- Pollinator-Friendly
Zinnia 'Zinderella Lilac' Seeds – Quick Growing Guide
Zinnia 'Zinderella Lilac' seeds produce charming lilac blooms ideal for summer gardens. Sow from February to May. These easy-to-grow flowers attract pollinators and make excellent cut flowers, brightening beds and containers with vibrant colour all season.
How to Sow, Grow and Harvest Zinnia 'Zinderella Lilac' Seeds
- Sow:Feb–May
- Germination:7–14 days
- Grow:Full sun, well-drained soil; thin seedlings to 20cm apart
- Water:Moderate; keep soil moist but not waterlogged
- Harvest:Cut flowers when blooms open fully for longest vase life
- Best for:Pots, beds, windowsills
Zinnia 'Zinderella Lilac' features sculptural, layered flowers with a charming pompom centre and daisy-like petals. These tall, sturdy stems make them perfect for cutting and fresh floral arrangements. Ideal for gardeners seeking unusual, colourful cut flowers that attract pollinators.
Delivered within 2–3 working days. On its own, this packet ships letterbox delivery at £2.25. Fits through a standard letterbox, so no one needs to be home.
Delivery is priced on the size of your whole order, so adding more may move it into the next band:
- Letterbox delivery — small orders
- £2.25
- Standard delivery — most orders
- £4.50
- Standard delivery (multiple parcels) — large orders
- £7.50
- Free delivery (orders £60 and over)
- Free
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Grow in Your Garden
Zinnia 'Zinderella Lilac' Seeds – Elegant Cut Flowers for Your Garden
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How to Grow
Start Zinnia 'Zinderella Lilac' seeds indoors from February to May or sow directly outside after the last frost in a sunny spot. These annuals prefer well-drained soil and flourish in balconies, terraces, containers, or garden beds where they can receive full sun.
Sowing
Sow seeds directly in warm, damp, well-drained soil and cover them lightly. Keep the soil in a warm place until the seeds germinate to encourage strong sprouting.
Growing
Once seedlings appear, thin or pot them on to allow enough space for growth, considering their suitability for 40 cm pots and open garden areas. This helps maintain healthy plants that will reach their typical spread and height for cut flowers.
Plant care
Water Zinnia 'Zinderella Lilac' regularly during the growing months of June to September, ensuring the soil remains moist but not waterlogged. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming throughout summer and maintain the plant's tidy appearance.
About Zinnia 'Zinderella Lilac'
Pollinator friendly, thrives in full sun, ideal for pots and borders, excellent for cut flowers.
- Cut Flowers
- Easy to Grow
- Compact for Pots
- Pollinator-Friendly
Eventual height & spread
0.45m
0.9m
History of Zinnia 'Zinderella Lilac'
Originating from Mexico, zinnias were introduced to Europe in the 1500s. The 'Zinderella Lilac' variety offers a fresh take with its vibrant lilac hues and dense petal arrangement, unlike the traditional wild types with sparse foliage and muted colours.
| Other Names | Zinnia violacea |
|---|---|
| Pet/Baby Safe | Pet/Baby safe. |
FAQs
Zinnias are annuals, best sown each year for vibrant summer blooms. It is an annual, completing its whole life in one season, so sow again the following year. Harvest: Cut flowers when blooms open fully for longest vase life. Flowering runs June to September.
Yes, they are excellent for attracting bees and butterflies.
Yes — this is a straightforward packet to give, and what makes it work as a gift is mostly timing. Sowing runs February to May, so a packet given inside that window can go straight in, and one given outside it keeps perfectly well until the season comes round.
There are approximately 30 seeds in the packet. On effort it looks after itself, which matters if you are giving it to someone new to growing. It suits pots, beds and windowsills, so it works for a small space as well as a garden.
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