SPECIAL QUALITIES

Gloriosa Daisy (also known as Golden Coneflower) makes an eye catching display of sunflower like golden yellow flowers with dark centres. This is the species wild flower from eastern USA.

FLOWERS

The stunning flowers appear in summer.

POSITION & USES

Plant in a sunny position in well prepared soil with organic matter added. Use to create big blocks of colour in a border planting or traditional cottage garden. A traditional herbal medicine of the Native Americans.

CULTIVATION

Feed the plants well in spring, mulch in preparation for summer and cut back close to the ground in winter.

FERTILISING

Regular applications of Seasol and Power Feed over spring and summer will keep it looking its best.

WATER RATING

• Red can = Little water in hot, dry weather.
• Green can = Deep watering every few weeks in hot, dry weather.
• Blue can = Deep watering weekly in hot, dry weather.

Codes are a guide only and watering requirements will be affected by soil type, competition, mulching, wind and many other factors. Try to group plants with the same code in the one bed.

CAUTION: May be harmful if eaten.

Herb Attributes