COMMON NAME(S)
Gazania, Treasure Flower
BOTANICAL NAME
Gazania rigens
FLOWERING SEASON-
Perennial that can be grown
as an Annual.
Blooms late spring summer.
LIGHT REQUIREMENTS
Full sun to partial shade.
    SOIL CONDITIONS                 
Average. Well drained soil with low
fertility.    
pH
 
MOISTURE
Tolerates drought conditions. Don't
over water.
      PLANT HEIGHT                       
6 - 16 inches                           
PLANT SPACING
6 - 10 inches apart
   
   
PROPAGATION
seeds, bedding plants
USES
flower beds, edging or borders,
containers,
PLANTING INFORMATION AND
FACTS
Sow inside 9 weeks before last
frost.
Flowers close at night.
Cultivars include colors of beige
and pinks, and reds and yellows.
Crown rot can occur from over
watering.   
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