Arctotis ‘Pink Sugar’

Common Names: African daisy

Family: Asteraceae

Origin: South Africa

Type: Evergreen perennial

Size: 1 to 2 ft. high and wide.

Flowers: Large pink-tinged blooms with yellow center, spring, summer; light gray-green foliage.

Uses: Ground cover, color accent, border, color, salty air, in heat, some wind. Fire resistive.

Wildlife: Butterflies, bees like. Deer resistive.

Soil: Prefers loam soil, but tolerates heavier if well-drained.

Water: Low water except when actively growing; drought tolerant.

Sun: Full sun.

Pruning: Prune off spent blooms to keep it blooming.

Pests & Diseases: Root rot if too much water or poorly-draining soil.

Notes: Look for many other Arctotis cultivars in Garden with other brilliant colors. Same family (Asteraceae) as sunflowers. Hardy to 20° F.