Gazania rigens

Known affectionately as the Treasure Flower, Gazania rigens is a radiant and sun-loving bloom that brings fiery color and bold charisma to the garden landscape. Native to South Africa and now cherished worldwide, Gazania rigens is famed for its brilliant, daisy-like flowers, drought tolerance, and ability to thrive where many other plants fade.Whether carpeting dry slopes, brightening a flower bed, or spilling from a hanging basket, this low-growing perennial creates a symphony of color that opens with the morning sun and closes at dusk—almost as if it has a heartbeat of its own.

Radiant blooms in shades of yellow, orange, red, pink, bronze, and bi-colored combinations with dramatic black or dark rings at the base of the petals.Each flower is typically 2–4 inches across.Deep green to silvery, often with a soft, fuzzy underside—an adaptation to dry climates.Growth Habit: Low-growing and spreading, often used as groundcover or border edging.

One of the most visually striking features is how the flowers close up at night or on cloudy days, opening only in sunlight—a charming quirk that adds personality to the plant.Gazania rigens is a model of survival and resilience. Originally evolved for South Africa’s coastal and desert landscapes, it thrives in hot, sunny, and dry environments.It’s a pollinator-friendly plant, attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects to the garden, all while requiring minimal maintenance.