African Daisy Seeds Mix | Cape Marigold Annual Flowers

African Daisy Mix seeds bring sunny color to garden borders and containers with daisy-shaped flowers in shades of white, orange, yellow, and apricot. Also known as Cape Marigold, this annual grows approximately 12 inches tall and is suited to open, sunny spaces with freely draining soil. Plant a patch near a walkway and enjoy the flowers opening in sunshine and closing as light fades.

Choose your seed pack

• 100 seeds — small packet.
• 1,000 seeds — packet.
• 7 grams.
• 1 oz.
• 4 oz.
• 1 lb.

One cart quantity purchases one selected pack. Weight-based options are sold by weight rather than an exact seed count. Approximate seed counts are 15,625 per ounce or 250,000 per pound; counts vary by seed lot. All options contain the color mix, not individually selected colors. The proportions and colors in any planting may vary. This listing is for seeds to plant, not live plants.

Plant details

• Botanical name: Dimorphotheca aurantiaca, also known as Dimorphotheca sinuata.
• Common names: African Daisy and Cape Marigold.
• Life cycle: annual.
• Height: approximately 12 inches, depending on conditions.
• Flowers: approximately 1 1/2 inches across, in white, orange, yellow, and apricot shades.
• Light: full sun.
• Soil: light, sandy or loamy soil with good drainage.
• Spacing: approximately 10 inches between established plants.

This is a Dimorphotheca mix, not Gerbera. Flowers close at night and may close in shade or cloudy weather. They can attract visiting bees and butterflies.

Flowering season

Flowering may extend from spring into fall where local temperatures and growing conditions are suitable. Timing and duration vary with sowing date and climate, and intense summer heat may shorten the display. Grow as a seasonal annual; a USDA zone range does not mean plants will survive winter.

When and how to sow

Direct sow into a prepared, weed-free seedbed after frost danger has passed. Choose the cooler part of the frost-free growing season in hot climates. Direct sowing avoids unnecessary root disturbance.

Sow 2–3 seeds per starting position, covering very lightly to approximately 1/16 inch deep. Avoid burying deeply, as light supports germination. Aim for approximately 60–70°F and keep the surface consistently moist without waterlogging it. Germination commonly takes 10–21 days, depending on conditions.

Thin seedlings to approximately 10 inches apart once they are large enough to handle. For larger areas, the existing sowing guidance is approximately 4 ounces per 1,000 square feet; actual needs depend on preparation and planting density.

Soil, watering, and feeding

Choose a site where water drains away rather than collecting around the roots. Improve or avoid compacted, poorly draining soil. Keep seedlings moist during establishment, then water according to soil conditions, rainfall, and heat rather than following a fixed weekly schedule.

Water thoroughly when needed and let excess moisture drain. Avoid keeping established plants constantly wet. Feed only as needed according to soil fertility and fertilizer label directions; heavy nitrogen feeding can encourage leaves at the expense of flowers.

Container care

Use a pot or window box with drainage holes and well-drained potting mix. Sow directly into the container where practical, then thin so plants have room to develop. If transplanting seedlings, handle their root balls gently and keep the crown at soil level rather than burying it.

Place containers in full sun and check moisture regularly. Pots dry faster than garden beds, but standing water in a saucer can keep roots too wet. Allow excess water to escape after watering.

Keeping the display tidy

Remove faded flowers and damaged foliage as needed. Maintain airflow between plants and avoid piling mulch against their crowns. A light mulch between plants can help moderate soil moisture without keeping the plant bases damp.

Inspect for pests or disease rather than applying routine treatments. If a problem develops, identify the cause before choosing an appropriate control. Remove plants when frost or seasonal decline ends the display.

Handling and seed storage

Grow for ornamental use, not food. Keep seed packets away from children and pets. Store unused seeds sealed in a cool, dry, dark place, protected from heat and moisture.