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African Daisy
Scientific Name: Arctotis stoechadifolia Bergius
Synonym: Arctotis stoechadifolia grandis, Arctotis grandis, Arctotis rosea
Family: Asteraceae

Recommended Temperature Zone: sunset: All zones as annual USDA: 9-11 as perennial, 5-11 as annual Sun Exposure: Full sun Origin: South Africa Growth Habits: Short lived perennial, often grown as annual, up to 2 feet tall, 8 to 12 inches spread (20-30 cm) Watering Needs: Moderate water, good drainage Propagation: Seeds in fall or spring

Cultural Practices:
Deadhead the spent flowers to encourage longer blooming period.

Blooming Habits:
This Arctotis blooms from early summer until frost. The flowers can be used as cut flowers.