Dimorphotheca sinuata

Cape Marigold

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Compact herbaceous shrublet from South Africa, featuring lobed grey-green foliage and vibrant daisy-like flowers in yellow or purple hues.
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Plant Details

Common Name Cape Marigold
Family Asteraceae
Genus Dimorphotheca
Species Sinuata
Origin South Africa (Western Cape)
Blooming Summer to Autumn, daisy-like flowers open in sun
Leaf Color Grey-green / Blue-green
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining loamy soil rich in organic matter; sensitive to waterlogging.

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Watering

Moderate watering; allow topsoil to dry between sessions. Reduce significantly during winter dormancy.

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Sunlight & Care

Requires full sun exposure for compact growth and maximum flowering output.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active spring/summer growth phase.

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Pruning

Deadhead spent blooms regularly to extend flowering season and pinch tips for bushier habit.

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 5 months
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Mar
Apr
May
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Aug
Sep
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
41° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
2000 – 30000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
500 – 2000
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
15% – 50%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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