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Arctotis 'Pink Sugar'
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 3"-12"
- W: 6"-12"
planting zones
- 9a-12
Arctotis 'Pink Sugar' plant details
Arctotis 'Pink Sugar' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue and green foliage. In fall, spring and summer coral and pink flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Arctotis 'Pink Sugar'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: deciduous blue and green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 3 IN - 12 IN - tall
- Flowers: coral and pink blooms in fall, spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Arctotis 'Pink Sugar'
- USDA Zones: 9a - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty, lean and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Arctotis 'Pink Sugar' plant
How to Grow Arctotis 'Pink Sugar'
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- pink
- coral
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
- fall
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- fuzzy
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Zones
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