African Daisy in Zone 7a & 7b
Dimorphotheca sinuata
When to plant african daisy in zone 7b
Zones 7a and 7b share the same average frost dates in our data, so this page covers both.
Method: Direct sow: Direct-sow outside. African Daisy doesn't transplant well, or doesn't need the extra time indoors.
| Start indoors | Not typically started indoors |
|---|---|
| Direct sow / transplant outside | Apr 10–Apr 17 |
| Estimated bloom | Jun 9–Jun 16 (~60 days after direct-sowing) |
Spacing: 2 per square foot (square-foot-gardening spacing). Mature height: 0.5-1 ft.
African daisy is a quick, low annual that gets from seed to flower in about two months and keeps going from spring through fall.
How african daisy fits zone 7's season
Zone 7b's frost-free window runs about 198 days, from April 10 to October 25. African Daisy needs about 60 days from sowing to first harvest.
Good companions
No standout companions recorded yet for African Daisy.
Where to buy african daisy seeds
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Growing African Daisy in USDA zone 7b: when to start seeds indoors, when to direct-sow, and when to expect a bloom.
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