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Gazania krebsiana

Family Compositae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   6a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H2 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 10 - 15 cm (4 - 6 in)
Spread 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Light full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Gazania krebsiana (tanager gazania) bears bright orange blossoms during mid-spring to mid-fall. This plant has foliage that is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, edging and mass planting.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Gazania krebsiana tolerates drought.