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Features
Family
Asteraceae
Native
South Africa
Life Cycle
Perennial
Plant Height
Medium (12" - 24")
Flower Color
Mixed
Bloom Season
Flowers abundantly during mild temperatures; high temperatures may cause a reduction in bloom. Plants will flush with blooms again when temperatures drop in late summer and continue until hard frost. In mild climates, late summer or fall sowing will provide late fall through spring blooms.
Further Information
Plant Characteristics
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Pollinators
- Good for Containers
Growing Conditions
Drought Tolerant
About Cape Marigold African Daisy Seeds
Dimorphotheca sinuata
These sunny flowers in tones of orange, yellow, white, and salmon open their petals when hit by the sun to reveal a dark center ringed with purple that is very attractive to bees and butterflies. African Marigold petals are edible with a slightly bitter, citrusy/spice flavor. They make a pretty garnish on rice, salads, or desserts. The prolific display starts in the mild temperatures of spring in any climate and often continues to frost. In frost-free climates, sow in fall and enjoy their sunny presence from winter through spring. Flowers best during mild temperatures; a great choice for the spring garden. May reseed.
Planting More Flowers
Plant Spacing
A group of 3 seeds every 8"
Light Required
Full sun
Plant Height
Medium (12" - 24")
Planting Depth
⅛"
Planting Details
| Seed Depth | ⅛" |
|---|---|
| Seed Spacing | A group of 3 seeds every 8" |
| Thinning | When 1"–2" tall, thin to 1 every 8" |
| Germination | 10–15 days |
| Start Indoors | 6 to 8 weeks before your average last frost date. |
| Direct Sow | 1 to 2 weeks before your average last frost date. In Mild Climates, sow late summer to fall for blooms in winter and spring. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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13 reviews
- salsabilaVerified ReviewerRated 5 out of 5 stars2/28/26loved the yellow flower
this is my first time to grow african daisy, i really like the vibrant yellow color.... so lovely.... it is easy to grow... the flower opens in the morning, closes after sunset... i grow in area that has 4 hours of direct sun light....
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests3/10/26Hey Salsabila,
We're so happy to hear you love the vibrant yellow blooms from your Cape Marigold African Daisy Seeds! It's wonderful that this was such a successful first experience growing African daisies. We love how you noticed their fascinating daily rhythm of opening in the morning and closing after sunset - it's one of the most charming characteristics of these beautiful flowers! It sounds like your 4-hour direct sunlight spot is perfect for them, and we're thrilled they were easy to grow for you. Thank you for choosing us and for sharing this lovely growing experience with us. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Linda G.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars11/27/245 Stars
Great
- Naomi P.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars8/29/245 Stars
Great seeds
Which best describes you as a gardener? Intermediate - AllisonVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars6/7/245 Stars
Great product! Arrived on time!
- AllisonRated 5 out of 5 stars6/7/245 Stars
Great product! Arrived on time!