African Daisy


Scientific Name: Arctotis stoechadifolia Bergius
Synonym: Arctotis grandis, Arctotis rosea, Arctotis stoechadifolia var. grandis , Arctotis stoechadifolia
Family: Asteraceae
African Daisy(Arctotis stoechadifolia)
Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: All zones as annual
USDA: 9-11 as perennial, 5-11 as annual

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Origin: South Africa

Growth Habits: Short lived perennial, often grown as annual, up to 2 feet tall, 8 to 12 inches spread (20-30 cm)

Watering Needs: Moderate water, good drainage

Propagation: Seeds in fall or spring


Blooming Habits:
This Arctotis blooms from early summer until frost. The flowers can be used as cut flowers.

Culture:
Deadhead the spent flowers to encourage longer blooming period.


 

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