Gazania is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae, native to Southern Africa. They produce large, daisy-like composite flowerheads in brilliant shades of yellow and orange, over a long period in summer. They are often planted as drought-tolerant groundcover.

Benefits of Gazania Plant

Ornamental :

The Gazania flowering plant comes in many vibrant shades like yellow, orange, red and white and will instantly add a pop of color to your home garden.

Attract Pollinators :

The blooms of the Gazania plant attract many pollinating insects such as butterflies, bees, and more. Pollination is very important to promote biodiversity.

Low Maintenance :

The flowers are very easy to care for and thrive well in tropical and subtropical countries such as India. However, the plant requires thorough watering and frequent pruning to help in its healthy growth.

Care Tips for Gazania Plant

Watering :

The soil for the Gazania plant must be kept moist, especially during the growing season. Water plants consistently, but avoid water-logging.

Light :

The Gazania plant loves bright sunlight for at least 6-7 hours a day.

Placement :

Gazania is an outdoor plant. It should be kept in an area receiving bright sunlight. 

Fertilization :

To Fertilize -  Add nitrogen and phosphorus to the Gazania Plant to maintain good plant growth. You can also add dry banana peels as they are a rich source of nitrogen. You can also use Vermicompost every 2 weeks.

Ideal Soil Mix :

Gazania plants prefer acidic soil. Use cow dung as part of your soil mix as it will make the soil acidic. The ideal soil mix for this plant should be, Garden Soil (35%) + Cocopeat (30%) + Vermicompost (30%) + Neem Khali (5%)

Pruning :

Keep pruning the Gazania plant to encourage flower growth and give it more spread. 

Pest Control :

Thrips, Mealybugs, and whiteflies are a big problem for the Gazania plant. Keep spraying the plant with neem spray every 2 weeks to help with pest control. 

Frequently Asked Questions about Gazania Plant

1. What are the common colors of Gazania plants?

Gazania plants commonly have flowers in shades of red, yellow, orange and white. 

2. Can I grow Gazania indoors?

No, Gazania cannot be grown indoors as it needs lots of sunlight and a well-ventilated environment

3. How often should I water my Gazania plant?

Check to see if the topmost layer of the soil is completely dry, and water accordingly.

4. Where can I buy Gazania plants? 

Head over to Urvann, India’s favorite online nursery, and browse from their extensive collection of plants.

5. Can I grow Gazania in cold climates?

Gazania is an annual plant that thrives with a slight nip in the air. Hence it is a plant of the winter season.

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