Climate matters. This page is a practical baseline. Confirm cultivar, local frost/heat conditions, mature size and regional restrictions before planting.
Gazania — Growing reference
| Scientific name | Gazania rigens |
|---|---|
| Seed germination (days) | 7–14 |
| Soil temperature for germination (°C) | 18.3–23.9 |
| First harvest or flowering (days) | 60–80 |
| Measured from | Transplant |
| Plant spacing (cm) | 20.3–30.5 |
| Mature height (cm) | 20.3–35.6 |
| Mature spread (cm) | 20.3–30.5 |
| USDA hardiness zones | 2–11 |
| Light | Full sun |
| Water | Low |
| Sowing method | indoor-start |
Growing directions
Sow seeds 1/8 in deep; they germinate readily at 65–75°F and grow quickly into compact transplants. Plant in sharply drained, even poor soil in the hottest, sunniest location available — gazania excels in sandy or gravelly beds where other plants fail. Flowers close at night and on overcast days, but modern hybrid varieties stay open longer than older types. Drought tolerance is excellent once established; overwatering and heavy clay soils are the most common causes of failure.
Source and local conditions
Typical planning ranges from OpenPlantDB (CC0). Cultivar, climate, season and growing method can change these values. Confirm the seed label and local guidance before planting.
Source & verification
OpenPlantDB · CC0