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Gazania linearis

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 3"-12"
  • W: 6"-18"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Gazania linearis plant details

Gazania linearis is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gazania linearis

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen blue
Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 3 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gazania linearis

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A hardy species from South Africa with evergreen mats comprised of rosettes of linear leaves and big gaudy yellow daisies often with interesting basal blotches and markings. ZONE 5

Gardening facts about Gazania linearis plant

How to Grow Gazania linearis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • semi-evergreen
  • Texture

    • fuzzy

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