Daisy – African Mix

The African Daisy, also known as the Cape Marigold, is native to South Africa. Its origin in a hot, dry climate makes it well-suited to full sun and drought-like conditions. However, while it thrives in heat, this plant does not tolerate high humidity. In humid environments, African Daisies tend to produce more foliage at the expense of blooms. The only humidity they tolerate is in cooler temperatures. For best results, they should be grown in well-drained soil and kept relatively dry once established.

African Daisies are highly drought-tolerant and can be started indoors for an early start to the season. Regular deadheading helps prolong the bloom period. These flowers are unique in that they close up at night and in the shade, adding dynamic visual interest to any sunny garden space.

In warm regions, African Daisies make an excellent winter annual when planted in USDA Zones 10 to 13. In Zones 8 to 10, they are best grown as a spring or summer annual. The plants are not frost-tolerant and will only reseed if the seeds fall on bare, exposed soil.

A fascinating trait of this species is that it produces two different types of seeds. Though they differ in appearance—commonly referred to as “stick” and “flake”—both types grow into the same plant and contribute to the genetic diversity and vibrant color variation that make African Daisies so visually striking.

This seed is sold as ‘stick’ or ‘flake’.

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The broadcast rate for seeding is 18 – 22.5 pounds per acre.

The seed drill rate for seeding in rows is 9 pounds per acre.