Arctotis 'Safari-Sunset' (Arcsunset-African Daisy)


Botanical Information

FamilyAsteraceae
GenusArctotis
Cultivar'Safari-Sunset'
Registered NameArcsunset®
CategoryPerennials, Tropicals

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone9 - 11
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness ZoneRequires cool season protection under glass.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH3 - H4
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height45 cm
Spread70 cm
GrowthFast
Flowering PeriodJanuary, February, March, April, May, December

Description and Growing Information

ShapeGround cover.
LandscapeGarden beds, borders, rockeries, coastal gardens and container planting.
CultivationFull sun and partial-shade. Prefers well-drained, moist and sandy soils. Drought tolerant.
PestsCrown rot if planted too deep or kept too moist.
Notable SpecimensKings Park and Botanical Garden, Perth, Australia.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Flower DescriptionFlowers in late autumn or early winter through to spring and summer in cooler climates. Daisy-like flowers.
Colour DescriptionThe foliage is greyish-green. The flowers are a bold dark crimson with a dark center.

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