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Common name: "Orange Peacock"
Latin name:
Gazania krebsiana 'Orange Peacock'

Gazania Orange Peacock
Zone: 4 - 7
Elevation to:
9000'

Growth habit:
Mat forming
Max height:
4" - 8"
Spread: 10" - 14"

Flowers: Yes, May - Sept
Flower type: Daisy like
Native to area: No
Available varieties: 2
Sunshine:
Water: Pictured: Gazania 'Orange Peacock'
Perennial Cultivation: Plant Gazania Orange Peacock in full sun in well drained soil. The plant grows well in most soil types and is fairly drought tolerant. 

"Orange Peacock" grows a bit taller and has larger flowers which makes it a little more showy than the "Colorado Gold" variety. Remove spent flowers to promote new flower growth.

Propagation:
Purchase pre-started plants at your local Garden Center or greenhouse. Once established, plants may be divided in spring.

Potential pests ~ diseases:
Rare.

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