Gazania Day Shades 1 x 9cm Plant

Bold daisy-like flowers in brilliant red shades Flowers for months in summer and early autumn Drought-tolerant Perfect for pots Gazania ‘New Day Red Shades’ looks spectacular for months in summer, with big bold daisy-like flowers in brilliant shades of ruby red on compact, bushy plants. Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, it’s perfect for containers or the front of a border, and even copes well in windy coastal gardens. How you will receive your plants: Selected by our team of experts and sent from our nursery, you will receive your plant in a 9cm pot, ready to plant out. Can’t plant straight away? Place in a sheltered spot and water regularly to keep the compost moist Planting tips and hints: Planting in containers: Place a layer of stone or gravel in the bottom of the container to aid drainage. Use a high-quality general-purpose compost space the plants evenly with enough space to allow them to grow. Mix in a slow-release granular fertiliser in the compost before planting to provide plenty of nutrients. Water thoroughly once planted up. Continue to water every 3-5 days and don't allow the container to dry out. Planting in the ground: Dig a hole approximately twice as deep and 3 times as wide as the plant. Gently compact the soil around the plant and water thoroughly. strong>Feeding and aftercare: Deadhead regularly to keep the flowers coming. *Planting and flowering months below are subject to seasonal weather conditions.