#rigens

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TREASURE FLOWER (Gazania rigens)

Native to southern Africa, the Gazania is pretty hardy, tolerating dry soils and intense heat. Because of its hardiness and beauty, Gazanias are naturalized around the globe.

Photo taken in South Australia by @goober-berry

[weloveflora]

TREASURE FLOWER (Gazania rigens)

Native to southern Africa, the Gazania has been naturalized around the world because it's very hardy (thrives in very dry soils and arid climates), while remaining gorgeous.

Photo taken in South Australia by @goober-berry

[o5carildo]

#mom's #garden - #gazania #rigens

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Enorma Red with Ring or Gazania rigens x - From the Trials Garden in Leu Gardens Orlando

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Scientific Name – Gazania rigens

Common Name – Gazania

Family – Asteraceae

Plant Type – Annual

Habit – Arching

Hardiness Zone – USDA Zone 8a

Mature Size – Height - 6-12" - Spread - 6-12"

Fall/Winter Colour – N/A

Leaf – Oblanceolate, green with white undersides

Leaf Arrangement - Basal

Blooming Time – June-September

Flowers – Rotate/stellate corolla, white, green, orange, yellow, red 

Inflorescences – Capitulum

Water Use – Moderate

Soil – Well-drained

Exposure – Full Sun

Landscape Uses – Bedding plant, containers, summer interest

Limitations/Other Features –Native to Africa