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African Daisy

Arctotis Hybrids

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Overview

The African Daisy (Arctotis hybrids) brings vivid color to any garden. Thriving in full sun, these hardy perennials typically span 12-24 inches wide and 12-18 inches tall. Their bold, daisy-like flowers in shades of pink, orange, yellow, and white, with contrasting dark centers, bloom profusely from spring to fall. Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, they're perfect for xeriscaping, borders, and containers. Deadhead for prolonged flowering. USDA zones 9-11.

Sun FullWater Very LowZones 8–10Type Ground cover, PerennialClimate Mediterranean

African Daisy (Arctotis Hybrids) — The African Daisy (Arctotis hybrids) brings vivid color to any garden

African Daisy (Arctotis Hybrids) — Thriving in full sun, these hardy perennials typically span 12-24 inches wide and 12-18 inches tall

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Very Low
USDA zones: 8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Ground cover, Perennial
Family: Asteraceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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African Daisy (Arctotis Hybrids) — The African Daisy (Arctotis hybrids) brings vivid color to any garden

African Daisy (Arctotis Hybrids) — Thriving in full sun, these hardy perennials typically span 12-24 inches wide and 12-18 inches tall

Photograph: BBQboffin, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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