Gazania - Daybreak Red Stripe
The Gazania Daybreak Red Stripe, 'Gazania splendens', are early to flower and the compact 8 inch tall plants produce flowers with red stripes on yellow petals. The blooms open with the sun, and stay open longer than most varieties. The Daybreak Red Stripe flower profusely throughout the warmer months. The daisy like flowers are very colorfulPlant them in well drained soils or in pots. Gazinias thrive in hot, dry areas and have moderate frost tolerance. Water only when dry. Gazanias are sun worshippers, and they close up at night and on very cloudy days. Use in mass plantings, ground covers, edging, bedding, and containers. Red Stripe was a Fleuroselect Gold Medal Winner. ... additional info
Dianthus - Strawberry Parfait The Dianthus Strawberry Parfait, 'Dianthus chinensis' has petite light pink flowers with a darker scarlet eye that grows equally well in patio pots or beds. The Super Parfait series has a compact growth habit that flowers earlier than other varieties of Dianthus. The spent flowers of the Dianthus Strawberry Parfait should be removed to promote new flower growth. Truly a eye-catching plant this Dianthus is a must have for your garden.
