Zinnia Seeds - Cresto Peaches & Cream

Zinnia – Cresto Peaches & Cream

~25 Seeds

Zinnia – Cresto Peaches & Cream is a show-stopping cut flower with soft, dreamy colouring and loads of texture. Each bloom features creamy ivory petals blushed with warm peach and apricot tones, often topped with a distinctive crested centre that gives this variety its signature look. The result is a romantic, slightly whimsical flower that feels right at home in modern cottage gardens and lush cutting patches alike.

This variety produces tall, sturdy plants that thrive in summer heat and keep blooming from mid-summer right up until frost. Cresto Peaches & Cream is especially loved by flower farmers for its long stems, high percentage of double blooms, and excellent vase life. In bouquets, it pairs beautifully with blush, white, and soft pastel flowers, adding both volume and interest without overpowering other colours. Easy to grow and incredibly productive, this zinnia delivers armfuls of blooms all season long.

• Attracts bees and butterflies
• Suitable for cut flowers (bouquets)
• Long-lasting blooms
• Heat and drought tolerant
• Excellent for borders and cutting gardens

Plant Details

• Scientific Name: Zinnia elegans
• Life Cycle: Annual
• Seed Type: Open Pollinated
• Light Requirements: Full sun
• Plant Height: 30–40 in / 75–100 cm
• Seed Depth: 1/4 in / 6 mm
• Spacing: 9–12 in / 23–30 cm
• Bloom Time: Mid-summer to frost
• Days to Maturity: 75–85 days
  
• Germination: 5–10 days at 21–24°C

Growing Instructions
Sowing instructions: indoors (preferred) 5 - 6 weeks before last frost. Outdoors: after last frost. 

FAQ
Q: Are Zinnia Cresto good for cutting?
A: Yes—this variety produces sturdy stems and long-lasting blooms, making it excellent for fresh bouquets all summer long.

Q: How does Cresto compare to other zinnia varieties?
A: Cresto zinnias features more ruffled, double blooms than standard zinnias, giving it a fuller, more textured appearance in the garden and vase.

View our full Zinnia Seed collection here or learn more about how to grow Zinnia seeds by reading our guide.