Arctotis arctotoides, a flowering carpet

A stand of Arctotis arctotoides confirms the plant’s mat-forming qualities, of interest to gardeners looking for a fast-growing perennial that will cover an extended sunny patch in flowers for a long season. This plant will flower by the onset of spring and continue to do so until mid-autumn, sometimes all year round if conditions, mainly moisture, temperature and nutrients permit (Manning, 2009; Gledhill, 1981; iSpot; www.plantzafrica.com).