Water
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering in cooler months when growth slows.
Ensure good drainage to prevent fungal diseases, especially in humid conditions.
Also known as African Daisy · Cape Daisy · Cape Marigold
Glandular Cape Marigold (Dimorphotheca sinuata) is a vibrant annual daisy-like flower native to South Africa, known for its cheerful blooms.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures between 18-24°C during the day and slightly cooler at night.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Low
25% intensity
Feed sparingly during the growing season.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water thoroughly when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid waterlogging, as this can lead to root rot. Reduce watering in cooler months when growth slows.
Ensure good drainage to prevent fungal diseases, especially in humid conditions.
Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering and prevent self-seeding. Trim back leggy or overgrown stems to maintain a compact shape.
Light pruning can be done after flowering to tidy the plant for the dormant season.
Easily grown from seed, sown directly outdoors after the last frost or started indoors 4-6 weeks prior. Seeds germinate readily in warm conditions.
Cuttings can also be taken in late spring or early summer and rooted in moist, well-draining soil.
Young plants may need repotting annually in spring into slightly larger containers. Established plants are content in their pots and generally do not require frequent repotting.
Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Glandular Cape Marigold (Dimorphotheca sinuata)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Dimorphotheca |
| Species | Dimorphotheca sinuata |
Similar in genus Dimorphotheca
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