Shower of gold (Galphimia gracilis)
Care, watering, light and tips for Shower of gold on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Malpighiaceae
- Difficulty: Easy to care for
- Watering: every 3 days
- Light: Partial shade
- Temperature: 10–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Shower of gold
Galphimia gracilis, also known as Slender Goldshower, is an evergreen ornamental shrub native to Mexico, valued for its clusters of bright yellow flowers that bloom profusely for much of the year. Its glossy green foliage and compact habit make it ideal for low hedges, borders, or as a focal plant in containers in warm climates, adding a cheerful and tropical touch to the garden.
Native range
Mexico and Central America
Care tips
This plant prefers full sun exposure for optimal flowering, although it tolerates some partial shade. It requires regular watering to keep the soil slightly moist, but it's important to avoid waterlogging, as it is susceptible to root rot; allow the top layer of the soil to dry out between waterings. It thrives in well-drained, slightly acidic soils. A common mistake is a lack of pruning, which can lead to less abundant flowering and leggy growth; prune lightly after each main flush of blooms to encourage dense growth and more flowers.
How to save a dying Shower of gold
- Warning signs
- Yellowish or whitish leaves, leaf drop, lack of flowering, or dry flowers.
- First aid
- Move to partial shade, water if substrate is dry, prune dry/weak branches.
- What kills it
- Excessive direct sun and lack of water in summer, or waterlogging if drainage is poor.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes! It's resilient. With quick care, it usually recovers and blooms again.