LIFE CYCLE
Annual
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
compact habit
GROWTH HABIT
Low-growing
BLOOM SEASON
Spring to autumn
FLAVOUR PROFILE
Ornamental
SUITABLE FOR
Outdoor
SEED TYPE
Hybrid (F1)
PLANT TYPE
Annual flowering plant
PLANTING SEASON
Winter
FRUIT SIZE
N/A
PLANT HEIGHT
150–200 cm
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Full Sun
WATER NEEDS
Moderate
HARDINESS ZONES
Annual (cool season)
CONTAINER GARDEN
Yes (with support)
PLANT SPACING
20–25 cm
PLANTING DEPTH
2–3 cm
GROWING CONDITIONS
Well-drained
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Gazania New Day Rose Stripe a groundcover or upright plant?
Is Gazania New Day Rose Stripe a groundcover or upright plant?
It's a low, ground-hugging hybrid, forming a spreading mat rather than growing tall or upright.
Why do Gazania flowers close during the day sometimes?
Why do Gazania flowers close during the day sometimes?
Gazania blooms are known to close in low light, cloudy weather, or evening, reopening fully in bright sunshine.
What makes an F1 hybrid different from open-pollinated Gazania seed?
What makes an F1 hybrid different from open-pollinated Gazania seed?
F1 hybrids are bred for uniform traits like bloom size and color consistency, though their seed won't reliably breed true if saved.
How heat tolerant is this Gazania variety compared to other bedding plants?
How heat tolerant is this Gazania variety compared to other bedding plants?
Gazanias are known for strong heat and drought tolerance, often outperforming many bedding annuals in hot, dry summer conditions.
Can Gazania New Day be used as a groundcover for slopes?
Can Gazania New Day be used as a groundcover for slopes?
Its low, spreading habit and drought tolerance make it a reasonable option for sunny banks or slopes with good drainage.
Does Gazania New Day rebloom continuously or in flushes?
Does Gazania New Day rebloom continuously or in flushes?
It tends to flower continuously through the warm season rather than in distinct separate flushes.