Gazania Bronze Star
Notify MeGazania Bronze Star is a vibrant perennial known for its striking, bronze-orange daisy-like flowers that flower profusely from spring through autumn. These eye-catching flowers feature dark central rings, adding a dramatic touch to the bright, sun-loving flowers. The plant's narrow, dark green leaves form a dense, ground-hugging rosette, providing a lush backdrop to the vivid flowers.
In the garden, Gazania Bronze Star is perfect for use in rock gardens, borders, and containers, or as a colourful ground cover. It thrives in Mediterranean-style, contemporary, and coastal gardens, adding a splash of colour and resilience. This plant prefers full sun and well-drained soil, exhibiting excellent drought tolerance once established. Space plants about 30 to 45 cm apart to allow them to spread and create a vibrant display.
Gazania Bronze Star typically grows to a mature height of 20 to 30 cm with a spread of 30 to 45 cm. Its low, compact growth habit and prolific flowering make it an excellent choice for adding long-lasting colour to the garden. The plant's ability to withstand harsh conditions while maintaining its bright, cheerful appearance ensures it remains a popular and reliable addition to any landscape.
Trimming: Trim Gazania Bronze Star lightly to remove any dead or damaged foliage and spent flower stems. This helps to maintain a tidy appearance and encourages new growth.
Deadheading: Regularly remove spent flowers to encourage continuous flowering and keep the plant looking fresh.
Fertilising: Fertilise in early spring with a balanced, slow-release fertiliser to promote vigorous growth and abundant flowering. Avoid over-fertilising, as this can lead to excessive foliage at the expense of flowers.
Watering: Water regularly during the establishment phase, ensuring the soil is well-drained. Once established, Gazania Bronze Star is drought-tolerant but will benefit from occasional deep watering during extended dry periods.
Pest Control: Monitor for common pests such as aphids and spider mites. Treat infestations with insecticidal soap or neem oil if necessary. Ensuring good air circulation around the plant can help prevent pest issues.
Disease Management: Gazania Bronze Star is generally disease-resistant. However, watch for signs of fungal diseases such as powdery mildew and root rot. Improve air circulation and ensure the soil has good drainage to prevent these issues. Remove any affected plant parts and apply a fungicide if necessary.
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