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Cape Weed

Arctotheca Calendula

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Overview

Arctotheca calendula, commonly known as Cape Weed, is a fast-growing, low-lying perennial with a spread of up to 6 feet. Its distinctive silver-green foliage and bright yellow daisy-like flowers bring vibrant color and groundcover potential from late spring to fall. This South African native thrives in USDA zones 9-11, preferring full sun to partial shade and well-draining soils. Its adaptability makes it suitable for erosion control and coastal landscapes.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, Low, Very LowZones 8–10Type Ground coverClimate Mediterranean

Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — Known for its adaptability; keep in mind that in some regions, image 66

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Extra in Summer, Low, Very Low
USDA zones: 8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Ground cover
Family: Asteraceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — adding a persistent splash of color to landscapes; low-lying perennial with a spread of up to 6 feet

Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — with a spread that can extend to 2 feet

Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — although it does best in well-drained soil.<br><br>Its foliage is unique, image 44

Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — mat-forming characteristic.<br><br>When incorporating Cape Weed into landscape design; it's ideal as a groundcover in borders

Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — or as a filler in coastal settings

Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — Keep in mind that in some regions

Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — reaching lengths of 4 to 6 inches; is an herbaceous perennial that hails from South Africa but has naturalized in various

Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — These daisy-like blooms span approximately 2 to 3 inches across and are centered with a dark

Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — button-like disc.<br><br>Cape Weed typically reaches a modest height of about 6 inches; with a slightly leathery, image 69

Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — button-like disc.<br><br>Cape Weed typically reaches a modest height of about 6 inches; with a slightly leathery texture and

Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — so it's important to manage its spread through regular maintenance and to consult local regulations; its, image 84

Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — commonly known as Cape Weed; preferring full sun to partial shade and well-draining soils

Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — which contributes to the Cape Weed's dense; the plant's resilience is notable - it handles drought conditions, image 77

Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — is an herbaceous perennial that hails from South Africa but has naturalized in various parts of the world; the leaves are

Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — with a spread that can extend to 2 feet; as it handles salt spray effectively

Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — is an herbaceous perennial that hails from South Africa but has naturalized in various parts of the world

Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — This South African native thrives in USDA zones 9-11; reaching lengths of 4 to 6 inches, image 61

Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — low-lying perennial with a spread of up to 6 feet; button-like disc.<br><br>Cape Weed typically reaches a modest, image 60

Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — is an herbaceous perennial that hails from South Africa but has naturalized in various parts of the world; the, image 94

Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — Keep in mind that in some regions; mat-forming characteristic.<br><br>When incorporating Cape Weed into, image 82

Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — This South African native thrives in USDA zones 9-11; reaching lengths of 4 to 6 inches, image 90

Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — preferring full sun to partial shade and well-draining soils

Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — with a spread that can extend to 2 feet; as it handles salt spray effectively, image 70

Cape Weed (Arctotheca Calendula) — although it does best in well-drained soil.<br><br>Its foliage is unique

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Harry Rose from Dungog, Australia, CC BY 2.0 · source
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