Gazania Sunshine Hybrid (Mix Seeds)

Description

Brighten your garden with the dazzling hues of Gazania Sunshine Hybrids Mix seeds. These captivating flowers, commonly called treasure flowers or African daisies, are celebrated for their vibrant colors and daisy-like blooms. Gazanias are a low-maintenance and versatile choice for adding a touch of sunshine to any outdoor space.  

Key Features:

• Quantity: 150 Seeds
• Type: Gazania Sunshine Hybrids Mix
• Ideal Growing Conditions: Balcony or terrace garden
• Growing Season: Spring, Summer, or late winter
• Sowing Method: Direct or Seedling transplant
• Germination Temperature: 21-26°C
• Germination Time: 7-14 days
• Blooming Time: 70-85 days (Late spring to fall)

Planting & Care:

• Grow Bag Size: 9×9, 12×12, 12×15, or 15×15 (W*H) recommended
• Sowing Depth: 0.75 cm
• Potting Mix: Use a well-draining potting mix.
• Sunlight: Requires 6-8 hours of direct sunlight.
• Watering: Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Gazanias are drought-tolerant.  
• Soil: Prefers sandy, well-drained soil, but can adapt to various soil types.  
• Temperature: Optimum growing temperature is 18-32°C.  
• Fertilizer: Gazanias don’t require heavy fertilization. A potash-rich fertilizer during the growing stage can be beneficial.  
• Pest Control: Watch for mealybugs, spider mites, and aphids. Use neem oil for pest control.
• Disease Control: Ensure good air circulation to prevent leaf spots and powdery mildew.

Deadheading: Regularly remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.  

FAQs:

• Why is my Gazania not blooming? Insufficient sunlight, or the plant focusing energy on seed production rather than blooms (due to lack of deadheading) can be the reasons.
• Will gazanias survive winter? Gazanias are cold-sensitive and are unlikely to survive temperatures below 7°C.

Technical Details:

• Common Name: Treasure flower, Gazania, African daisy  
• Scientific Name: Gazania rigens
• Plant Height: 15-50 cm
• Growing Level: Easy