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Kreb's African Daisy

Gazania Krebsiana

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Overview

The Gazania krebsiana, known as Kreb's African Daisy, is a vivacious perennial renowned for its large, bright yellow-orange blooms. With a spread of 6-10 inches and a height reaching up to 10 inches, this sun-loving daisy flourishes in USDA zones 9-11. Its drought tolerance and preference for well-drained soil make it ideal for rock gardens, borders, or as ground cover, providing a burst of color from late spring through fall.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, LowZones 7–10Type Ground cover, Perennial
Kreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — colloquially known as Krebs' African Daisy
Kreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — making it an eco-friendly choice for water-conscious landscapes.<br><br>The plant's foliageKreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — consider grouping Gazania krebsiana in clusters to achieve a carpet of colorKreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — measuring up to 3 inches acrossKreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — concentric patterns ranging from rich yellows to deep orangesKreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — providing a burst of color from late spring through fallKreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — adding an element of dynamism to the garden setting.<br><br>When planning your landscape+35

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Low
USDA zones
7–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Family
Asteraceae

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Kreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — colloquially known as Krebs' African Daisy
Kreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — making it an eco-friendly choice for water-conscious landscapes.<br><br>The plant's foliage
Kreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — consider grouping Gazania krebsiana in clusters to achieve a carpet of color
Kreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — measuring up to 3 inches across
Kreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — concentric patterns ranging from rich yellows to deep oranges
Kreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — providing a burst of color from late spring through fall
Kreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — adding an element of dynamism to the garden setting.<br><br>When planning your landscape
Kreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — or use them as a border plant to delineate paths and garden sections
Kreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — it is an excellent choice for attracting pollinators such as bees and butterflies
Kreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — Krebs' African Daisy requires minimal water once established
Kreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — bright yellow-orange blooms
Kreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — With a spread of 6-10 inches and a height reaching up to 10 inches
Kreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — making it an ideal plant for ground cover or to provide splashes of color between other foliage in the design
Kreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — showcases a spectrum of colors - often with bold
Kreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — this robust plant is well-suited to a variety of climates
Kreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — this sun-loving daisy flourishes in USDA zones 9-11
Kreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — is an evergreen perennial that adds a burst of color to any landscape design
Kreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — The Gazania krebsiana's standout feature, however, is its vibrant flowers
Kreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — Its drought tolerance and preference for well-drained soil make it ideal for rock gardens
Kreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — It reaches a height of approximately 6 to 10 inches and spreads around 8 to 10 inches
Kreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — consists of lance-shaped leaves that can reach up to 4 inches in length
Kreb's African Daisy (Gazania Krebsiana) — though it thrives in warmer regions with access to full sun
Gazania Krebsiana
Gazania Krebsiana
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