treasure flower

The treasure flower (Gazania linearis 'Colorado Gold') should be watered once or twice a week during the growing season, depending on environmental factors, like temperature and humidity. Be sure to check the soil before watering; if the top 2 inches of soil feels dry, then it’s time to water the plant. Remember to water deeply and evenly and aim for the soil, not the leaves, to avoid disease. During the rainy season, you may want to reduce the amount of watering. During the winter season, when growth is inactive, only water the plant when the soil is dry.

Treasure flower (Gazania linearis 'Colorado Gold') benefits from 6-8 hours of sunlight each day when grown outdoors, especially in areas with plenty of sunshine. Sunlight should be direct but not too intense, preferably during the morning and early afternoon, leaving some shade during the hottest part of the day. When grown indoors, it should be placed in an area that receives at least 6 hours of bright, indirect light per day to thrive. During the winter months, the amount of light should be reduced to 4 to 6 hours per day.

Treasure flower (Gazania linearis 'Colorado Gold') should be lightly pruned once a year in the early spring, just after the plant begins to awaken from dormancy. Pruning is best done before the plants begin to flower, as removing flowers can significantly reduce the bloom time of the plant. Trim off any dead or damaged leaves or stems as well as any weak or straggly new growth. Pruning too heavily can reduce the flower displays so just remove the unhealthy, dead or damaged growth. Treasure flower responds well to light pruning and it can help encourage a bushier habit.