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African daisy

Arctotis setosa

Asteraceae
Annual
Ornamental
Attracts pollinators

About this plant

Arctotis setosa, commonly known as African daisy, is an annual ornamental plant that thrives in full sun and requires medium watering. It is well-suited for USDA zones 5–8, growing to a height of 0.2–0.4 meters. This plant produces blooms from June to September in various colors including orange, yellow, pink, red, and white. It prefers sandy, loamy, or chalky soil and is beneficial for pollinators.

Light

Full sun

Watering

Medium water

Soil

Sandy, Loamy, Chalky

Height

0.2–0.4 m

Spread

0.2–0.4 m

Zones

5–8

Flower colors

Calendar
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Indoor Sowing
Direct Sowing
Transplanting
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Indoor Sowing
Direct Sowing
Transplanting
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Growing Tips

Plant in a location with full sun exposure. Ensure the soil is well-draining, with options like sandy, loamy, or chalky mixes. Water moderately, allowing the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering throughout the summer and early autumn. This plant is not evergreen and is not fragrant.

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