Water
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly in winter. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, especially in containers.
Also known as African Daisy · Bedding Marigold · Blue-And-White Daisy-Bush
Van Staden's River Daisy (Dimorphotheca ecklonis) is a vibrant South African perennial with daisy-like flowers, popular for its long blooming season.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings.
Sandy, Well-drained
50% intensity
Warm
75% intensity
Prefers temperatures between 18-24°C. Protect from frost.
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed during growing season with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
None
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly during the growing season, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Reduce watering significantly in winter. Ensure good drainage to prevent root rot, especially in containers.
Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming and maintain a tidy appearance. Light pruning can be done after flowering to shape the plant and remove any straggly growth. Avoid hard pruning.
Easily propagated from seed sown in spring or by taking softwood cuttings in late spring or early summer. Seeds can be sown in a seed tray and kept moist in a warm location.
Cuttings root readily in a moist, well-draining medium.
Repot young plants annually in spring to provide fresh soil and more space for root growth. Mature plants can be repotted every 2-3 years or when they become root-bound. Use a well-draining potting mix.
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Where Van Staden's River Daisy (Dimorphotheca ecklonis) is found

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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Dimorphotheca |
| Species | Dimorphotheca ecklonis |
Similar in genus Dimorphotheca
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