Overview

Arctotheca prostrata is a plant with a creeping, mat-forming habit in the genus Arctotheca, part of the Asteraceae family, with green, lobed, hairy foliage. Arctotheca prostrata grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H4. Suggested uses include ground cover, borders and containers.

About

Arctotheca prostrata is a creeping, mat-forming cultivar of the Arctotheca genus, which belongs to the Asteraceae family. It features green, lobed, and hairy foliage that thrives in full sun, ideally in a south-facing, sheltered position. This cultivar prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH and average moisture levels. Hardy to UK zone H4, it is suitable for use as ground cover, in borders, or containers, with interest during spring and summer. Propagation can be achieved by seed or division.

About the genus

Arctotheca is a small genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae. They are annuals or perennials native to southern Africa. It is becoming an invasive weed in other parts of the world.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Arctotheca

Sunlight

Full sun

Soil type

Loam

Soil pH

Neutral

Soil moisture

Average

Aspect

South-facing

Exposure

Sheltered

UK hardiness

H4

Plant details

Arctotheca prostrata size, habit and characteristics

Habit

Creeping, mat-forming

Foliage

Green, lobed, hairy

Suggested uses

Ground cover, borders, containers

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Arctotheca prostrata

Propagation

Seed, division

Pest resistance

Moderate

Disease resistance

Moderate

Frequently asked questions