Treasure Flower
The treasure flower, or gazania, was originally cultivated in South
Africa. However, its distinctive flowers now populate gardens around the
world. Treasure flowers are perennials that are best grown outdoors.
Their stems reach roughly one foot in height and blossom with brightly
colored flowers. Each flower features a number of thin petals arranged
much like a traditional daisy’s. What distinguishes them, though, is
that the petals are inclined upwards towards the sun. Additionally, the
petals will start to close in on cloudy days. A treasure flower’s color
is usually a bright yellow with a reddish stripe on each petal. However,
variations can be found in pink and orange shades as well. Its
coloration makes it attractive to bees, butterflies, and small birds.
Treasure flowers should be grown in a temperate area with an average
temperature between fifty and seventy-five degrees Fahrenheit. These
plants requires full exposure to sunlight and should not be placed in
shaded areas. With regards to soil, treasure flowers can thrive in a
range of pH levels. However, they do prefer a dry, loose texture.
Quality soil is obviously best, but treasure flowers can survive in even
sandy or rocky terrain. When watered, the soil should be heavily
moistened. However, it should then be allowed to dry considerably
between watering. Additionally, treasure flowers need to be fed with a
water soluble fertilizer every two weeks. To keep your plants healthy,
remove dead or wilting flowers frequently. This will allow room for new
growth.
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