Gazania rigens 'Variegata' (v)
variegated treasure flower
An evergreen perennial to 25cm, with narrow, dark green leaves edged with yellow and cream, silvery beneath, and 7cm in width yellow or orange daisies, each ray with a black basal spot; disk yellow
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
1–2 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Cream Green Yellow | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Orange Yellow | Cream Green Yellow | ||
| Autumn | Orange Yellow | Cream Green Yellow | ||
| Winter | Cream Green Yellow |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H2Botanical details
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Matforming
- Genus
Gazania can be annuals or evergreen perennials, of spreading habit, with lobed lance-shaped leaves and showy daisy-like flowers which close in dull weather
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in moderately fertile, well-drained soil in full sun. Flowers close when shaded. Will survive winter outdoors in mild areas. Water in prolonged dry spells
Propagation
Propagate by softwood cuttings taken from the base of shoots in late summer and kept in frost free conditions over winter
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Mediterranean climate plants
- Coastal
- Cottage and informal garden
- Gravel garden
- Patio and container plants
- Banks and slopes
- Garden edging
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
No pruning required. Deadhead regularly
Pests
Generally pest-free except for aphids when overwintered indoors
Diseases
Generally disease-free but may be susceptible to glasshouse grey moulds when overwintered indoors
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