Perennial
Gazania
Gazania rigens
Varieties We Carry
New Day YellowGazania rigensKiss Rose ImprovedGazania rigensNew Day Clear OrangeGazania rigens
Sizes & Pricing
1 galFrom$6.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 11.
LightFull Sun
WaterLow
Mature size0.5-1 feet × 1-2 feet
About Gazania
Treasure flower (Gazania rigens) is a South African perennial bearing large, brilliantly colored daisy-like flowers in shades of orange, yellow, red, pink, and white, often with contrasting stripes and dark central rings. The flowers open in sunlight and close at night and on cloudy days. A tough, drought-tolerant plant for hot, sunny borders, rock gardens, and coastal landscapes. Starting at $6.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer, Fall
- Flower Color
- White, Yellow, Orange, Red, Pink, Multi
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season. Handles summer heat well once established.
Bloom season. Ideal planting window.
Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Light
Gazania requires full sun (6+ hours); flowers close on cloudy days and in shade, so maximizing direct sun is essential for continuous bloom in NE Florida.
Water
Very drought-tolerant once established; water sparingly and ensure excellent drainage, as extended wet conditions or poorly drained soil invite crown rot and fungal disease, especially during Florida's summer rainy season.
Soil & Fertilizer
Tolerates poor, sandy NE Florida soils with excellent drainage; amend only minimally with compost if desired. Fertilize lightly in spring and fall with a balanced slow-release fertilizer; avoid excess nitrogen, which reduces flowering.
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Common questions
Is Gazania a good plant for St. Augustine?
Gazania is a perennial for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 0.5-1 feet × 1-2 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.