Gazania rigens 'Variegata' (v)

RHS Plant Profile
variegated treasure flower
variegated treasure flower RHS 1998

Synonyms

Gazania 'Variegata'
Gazania × splendens 'Variegata'

Bedding Herbaceous Perennial

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

Position

Full sun

Soil Types

Loam, Sand

Max Height

0.1-0.5 metres

Max Spread

0.1-0.5 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
1–2 years
Max Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Max Height
0.1-0.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained or Well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H2

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Asteraceae
Native to GB/Ireland
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