How to Grow Gazania
Obtain seeds or seedlings from your local nursery or garden centre., Grow in the right climate., Choose a sunny position., Choose soil that drains well., Water upon planting., Fertilize regularly.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Obtain seeds or seedlings from your local nursery or garden centre.
The seed should be planted in winter, the seedlings in spring.
If planting seeds, use a peat and sand mix and expect the seeds to germinate in around two to three weeks. -
Step 2: Grow in the right climate.
Gazanias need a warm growing climate that stays above 8ºC during the night.
If you can't guarantee this, they'll need to be planted in a greenhouse. , The sunnier the better. , This plant cannot be water-logged. , Follow with deep but infrequent watering.
The soil should be allowed to partially dry out between watering.
Once this plant is established, it is fairly drought tolerant. , -
Step 3: Choose a sunny position.
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Step 4: Choose soil that drains well.
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Step 5: Water upon planting.
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Step 6: Fertilize regularly.
Detailed Guide
The seed should be planted in winter, the seedlings in spring.
If planting seeds, use a peat and sand mix and expect the seeds to germinate in around two to three weeks.
Gazanias need a warm growing climate that stays above 8ºC during the night.
If you can't guarantee this, they'll need to be planted in a greenhouse. , The sunnier the better. , This plant cannot be water-logged. , Follow with deep but infrequent watering.
The soil should be allowed to partially dry out between watering.
Once this plant is established, it is fairly drought tolerant. ,
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