Harvest seed from late September to middle October. Sow seed in late February to middle of March using a well-draining, growing medium. Cover the seed lightly with a layer of sand or fine bark, and water thoroughly. Keep medium moist and do not allow to dry out completely. Seed will germinate in two to three weeks. Seedlings are often ready for transplanting into the garden at four to six weeks. Struggling seedlings can be fertigated by using various organic or inorganic fertilisers, starting with a half strength diluted dosage. Dosages can gradually be increased to full strength

The ability to cope with a plethora of different conditions, make this an excellent annual. Plant it in sandy areas or on a sloped area, which allows for ample drainage. It performs well as a container specimen, bedding plant or in a rockery.

The hongerblom will perform well with some companion plants, such as:

• Annuals — Dimorphotheca sinuata and D. pluvialis, Felicia heterophylla, Arctotis fastuosa and A. hirsuta, Dorotheanthus bellidiformis, Oncosiphon grandiflorum and O. suffruticosum, Senecio elegans and S. littoreus, Cotula duckittiae and Nemesia strumosa.
• Herbaceous perennials and woody shrubs may include: Arctotheca calendula, Lampranthus aureus and L. amoenus, Cotyledon orbiculata, Salvia africana-lutea, species of Carpobrotus, Leucospermum prostratum, Metalasia muricata, Chrysanthemoides monilifera subsp. monilifera, Pelargonium fulgidum, P. capitatum and P. betulinum, Searsia crenata and S. lucida.