Daisy-Like Flowers and a Purple Star-Shaped Companion in a Hanging Basket

A purchased hanging basket contains two distinct plants. The first has 3-4 inch daisy-like flowers in dark pink and crimson, with thick stems and large, dark, veiny, spearhead-shaped basal leaves up to 6 inches long. The centers are about 1.25 inches wide and match the petal color. The second plant is bushy with small, rounded, five-petaled purple flowers (5/8 inch) and brilliant yellow centers, plus waxy, roundish leaves 1-2 inches across.

Without photos, exact identification is guesswork, but the expert offers general care for tropical basket plants: they prefer shade (morning sun only), should be brought indoors when night temperatures drop below 45°F, and watered by weight—soak the pot, let it sit in excess water 5-10 minutes, drain, and don't water again until the pot feels significantly lighter. Outdoor plants need daily checks; indoor, every 5-10 days.