Dimorphothica White King (African Daisy)
No of seeds : around 25 seeds
Other names : African Daisy, Cape Marigold, Namaqualand Daisy, Rain Daisy, White Daisy Bush, Star of the Veldt.
Pure white flower which blooms
profusely. Flowers during the day and closes in the evening. Native of African
countryside . Best suited for borders,pots. Plant height 8 to 18 inches. Grows
in full sun and
Description : From the South African countryside comes this classic, silky, pure white flowering plant. For the front of the border in full sun it certainly lives up to its name with the flowers a pure glistening white throughout the day, and closing up each evening. The flowers are borne in great profusion over the whole plant, magnificent for the border, pots, patios and all sunny places. Ideal For:patio, alpine & rockery Flowering Period:February, March, April Sowing Months:October,November Position:full sun
Common Names:
African Daisy, Cape Marigold, Namaqualand Daisy, Rain Daisy, White Daisy Bush,
Star of the Veldt.
Life Cycle: Half hardy
perennial usually grown as a half hardy annual by gardeners.
Height: 8 to 18 inches (20 to
60 cm).
Native: Southern Africa.
Growing Region: Zones 3 to 10.
Grow as an annual in zones 3 to 8.
Flowers: As an annual: summer
and Autumn. As a perennial: winter and spring.
Flower Details: Yellow, red,
apricot, orange, pink, purple, salmon, white. Daisy-like. Bisexual flowers.
Foliage: Herbaceous.
Sow Outside: Perennials: cover
seeds. Early autumn to winter. Spacing: 8 to 12 inches (20 to 30 cm). Start
annuals indoors.
Sow Inside: Germination time:
ten days to two weeks. Temperature 65°F (18°C). Seven or eight weeks in
advance. Transplant outdoors three or four weeks after the last frost.
Requirements: Full sunlight.
Good drainage. Rich soil. Regular watering (morning/avoid leaves) for best
results, though fairly drought tolerant. Deadhead. If growing as a perennial
then cut back leaves once flowering has finished. Propagate: cuttings in
summer.
Dimorphothica White King (African Daisy)
- Product Code: SSF27
- Availability: 14
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Rs. 35.00
Tags: Dimorphothica