Flowers - Daisy, African Flake (Cape Marigold)
The African Flake Daisy (Dimorphotheca sinuata), also called Cape Marigold, puts out 2"-3" daisy-like flowers in bright, happy colors of orange, white, and yellow around brown-rimmed centers on 8"-16" stems. Whether in the garden or a vase, this day flower closes up its petals at night, reopening the next day. Drought tolerant and blooms early.
- Life cycle: Annual
- Bloom season: Spring, summer, fall
- Attracts: Bees, butterflies, and other pollinators
- Flower meaning: Innocence, new beginnings, purity, true love
SEED PLANTING TIPS
- Botanical name: Dimorphotheca sinuata
- Hardiness zones: 2-11
- Planting season: Spring, fall
- Days to maturity: 90 days
- Cold stratify: No
- Depth to plant seeds: Lightly cover - seeds need light to germinate
- Spacing between plants: 8"-12" apart
- Days to germinate (sprout): 10-21 days
- Germination soil temps: 65F-75F
- Soil types: Sandy, loamy, well-drained
- Soil pH: 6.5-7.0
- Water needs: Low - prefers dry soil
- Sun needs: Full sun
- Frost tolerant: No
- Drought tolerant: Yes
- Deer resistant: Yes
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