Arctotis gumbletonii

Also Known As

African Daisy

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

H: 8"-16"
W: 16"-40"

planting zones

9a-12

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Arctotis gumbletonii plant details

Arctotis gumbletonii is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with blue foliage. In summer orange and red flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctotis gumbletonii

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen blue
Mature size: 16 IN - 40 IN - wide, 8 IN - 16 IN - tall
Flowers: orange and red blooms in summer
Uses: long-blooming, rock garden, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctotis gumbletonii

USDA Zones: 9a - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty, lean, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Thriving in dry soil, this rare & showy Arctotis species comes to us from Namaqualand, South Africa. Striking, fiery orange-red petals surrounded by a purple base appear in Spring atop silvery stems. The dense, mounded foliage is spade shaped & silver haired. EASY & not fussy about soil or water.