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Gazania.
Gazania rigens
Prononciation gah-ZAY-nee-uh RYE-jenz
Aussi appelée Treasure Flower, Treasureflower, gazania, treasure-flower
Gazanias are cheerful, sun-loving perennials that produce daisy-like flowers in vibrant shades. They thrive in warm, dry climates and are perfect for rock gardens or containers. These plants are known for their ability to close their blooms during cloudy weather or at night.
En un coup d'œil
- Care level
- Easy
- Plant type
- Perennial
- Light
- Full sun
- Indoor light
- direct
- Water
- Every 7 to 14 days
- Mature size
- 30cm height, 30cm spread
- Growth rate
- fast
- Hardiness
- USDA 9 to 11
- Bloom time
- Late spring to early autumn
Entretien
Plant these in well-draining soil to prevent root rot. Keep an eye out for aphids or mealybugs during the growing season. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage a continuous display of color throughout the summer.
- Watering
- Allow the soil to dry out significantly between waterings.
- Feeding
- Apply a balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during the active growing season.
- Pruning
- Regularly remove faded blooms to promote new flower production.
- Repotting
- Repot when the plant becomes root-bound in its current container.
- Soil
- Sandy, well-draining soil
- Soil pH
- Neutral to slightly alkaline
- Temperature
- 5 to 35°C
- Humidity
- 20 to 50%
- Drought tolerance
- high
- Lifespan
- Perennial, typically 3 to 5 years.
- Deer and rabbits
- moderate
Signes qu'il faut rempoter
- Roots growing out of the drainage holes.
- Water sitting on the surface for too long.
- The plant has become top heavy and unstable.
Sécurité
- People
- While not highly toxic, ingestion can cause mild stomach upset in humans.
- Pets
- Gazania is generally considered non-toxic to cats and dogs.
- Children
- Keep this plant away from small children as the foliage and flowers can be a choking hazard if ingested.
- Contact allergens
- The foliage can cause mild skin irritation in sensitive individuals due to fine hairs.
- Airborne allergens
- The pollen may trigger mild allergic reactions in those sensitive to Asteraceae family plants.
- Edibility
- This plant is not considered edible and should be kept away from food preparation areas.
Comment l'identifier
- Daisy-like flowers in bright colors
- Silver-green foliage with white undersides
- Low growing clumping habit
- Blooms close during low light
- Height
- 0.15 to 0.3m
- Spread
- 0.2 to 0.3m
- Leaves
- green, silver, evergreen
- Flowers
- yellow, orange, bronze, red, 5 to 10cm
Problèmes courants
- Powdery mildew — A white fungal growth appears on leaves when humidity is high and air circulation is poor.
- Aphids — Small insects that cluster on new growth and suck plant sap.
- Root rot — Occurs when the soil stays too wet for too long, causing roots to decay.
La cultiver
- Propagation
- seed, cuttings, division
- When to plant
- spring
- Overwintering
- In colder climates, treat them as annuals or bring containers indoors to a sunny, cool spot. Keep the soil on the drier side during the winter months to prevent rot.
- In containers
- They grow very well in containers, provided the pot has excellent drainage and is at least 8 inches deep.
Seed Sowing
- Sow seeds in a well draining seed starting mix in early spring.
- Cover lightly with soil and keep in a warm, bright location.
- Transplant seedlings once they have two sets of true leaves.
Basal Cuttings
- Take cuttings from non flowering basal shoots in late summer.
- Remove lower leaves and dip the cut end in rooting hormone.
- Place in a gritty, well draining medium until roots develop.
Group plants with similar drought tolerance to ensure they all thrive without overwatering the sun lovers.
Bonnes associations
- Lavender — They share similar needs for full sun and well drained soil.
- Blue Fescue — The blue foliage of the grass contrasts beautifully with the bright Gazania blooms.
- Sedum — Both plants are drought tolerant and thrive in similar sunny conditions.
À éloigner de
- Hostas — Hostas require shade and more moisture, which would lead to rot for the Gazania.
Espèces similaires
- Osteospermum — They are both members of the Asteraceae family and share similar growth habits.
Science
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Genus
- Gazania
- Order
- Asterales
- Class
- Magnoliopsida
- Native range
- Southern Africa.
- Conservation
- This species is not of conservation concern and is widely cultivated.
It is adapted to dry, sunny environments and often grows in sandy, nutrient poor soils.
- Value to wildlife
- nectar source
- Pollinators
- bees, butterflies, beetles
- Uses
- ground cover, rock gardens, container planting, coastal landscaping
Au fil des saisons
Repères écologiques
- Salinity
- 5/9
- Soil reaction
- 6/9
- Light
- 8/9
- Temperature
- 7/9
- Moisture
- 3/9
- Nutrients
- 3/9
Taxonomie vérifiée avec le GBIF.
Ce qu'on demande souvent
- Why are my Gazania flowers closed?
- They likely need more direct sunlight or it is currently night time.
- Do I need to deadhead them?
- Removing spent blooms encourages the plant to produce more flowers throughout the season.
D'où vient le nom
The genus is named after Theodorus of Gaza, a 15th century scholar who translated botanical works. The species name rigens refers to the stiff or rigid nature of the leaves.
Bon à savoir
- Gazanias are often called treasure flowers because of their vibrant, jewel like colors.
- They are native to Southern Africa and thrive in sandy, well drained soils.
- The flowers only open fully in bright, direct sunlight.
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