African daisy

African daisy

Arctotis hybrid

Description

African daisy is an annual and or short lived perennial with velvety gray foliage and large daisy-like flower with a contrasting colored ring in the center. Most grown as annuals and come in a rainbow of colors.

Care

Bloom Season

Summer, fall

Light

Full sun

Water

Water thrifty, but water when soil dries

Pruning needs

Clip off dead foliage

Hardiness

Does not tolerate frost

Time of year to plant

Spring

Soil type

Sandy, well-drained soil

Height & Width

1-2 ft. x as wide