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Unique Flowers with Bold Stripes

Gazania 'Tiger Stripes Mixed' brings a splash of dazzling colour to your summer garden. This sun-loving perennial features bold, daisy-like blooms with a dramatic dark stripe on each petal, creating eye-catching contrast that stands out in any setting.

• Botanical Info: Gazania rigens is native to South Africa and is prized for its vibrant, stripy flowers and drought tolerance.
• Flowering Period: Enjoy vivid blooms from late spring through autumn, especially during hot, sunny spells.
• Mature Size: Compact plants reach around 20cm (8") high and wide—ideal for edging paths or filling gaps in containers and baskets.
• Growth Habit: Free-flowering and low-growing with lush green foliage that forms neat clumps.

Cultivation & Care

• Sun Requirements: Plant in full sun for best flowering. Flowers close during cloudy or cold weather—a natural adaptation!
• Soil Preference: Grows best in well-drained soil; tolerates sandy or poor soils common in coastal areas. Neutral to slightly acidic pH preferred.
• Drought Tolerance: Once established, Gazanias require little watering—perfect for low-maintenance gardens.
• Planting Guide: Plant garden-ready plugs outdoors after the last frost. Space 15–20cm apart. No greenhouse needed!
• Pest & Disease: Generally pest-free; watch for slugs on young plants.

Design Ideas & Companions

• Add to sunny borders, rockeries, or Mediterranean-style gardens.
• Makes a vivid statement in patio pots or hanging baskets—combine with trailing Lobelia or Petunia for a riot of colour.
• Tough enough for exposed sites and coastal gardens where other flowers struggle.

FAQs

• When is the best time to plant?
  The best time to plant is after the last frost in spring when the soil has warmed up.
• How fast does Gazania grow?
  This variety establishes quickly and will flower within weeks of planting during warm weather.
• What type of soil does it prefer?
  Gazania thrives in well-drained, sandy or loamy soil with neutral to slightly acidic pH. Avoid heavy clay soils that retain water.