Arctotis Blood Red

Common Name:
Arctotis 'Blood Red'

Description:
Arctotis 'Blood Red' is a bold, eye-catching ground cover known for its intensely coloured, velvety red daisy-like flowers that bloom over an extended period from late winter through to autumn. This South African native is highly valued for its toughness and vibrant floral display, making it ideal for low-maintenance landscaping, mass plantings, and adding colour to dry or exposed areas. The grey-green foliage forms a low, spreading mat that helps suppress weeds while providing a soft contrast to the rich flower tones. In Melbourne's climate, 'Blood Red' thrives in full sun with well-drained soil and is particularly suited to coastal and drought-prone gardens. Regular deadheading encourages continuous flowering, and while tolerant of light frost, it appreciates protection from severe cold. With its intense colour and easy-care nature, Arctotis 'Blood Red' is perfect for injecting long-lasting brightness into borders, verges, and rockeries.

Form:
Ground Cover
Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding

Mature Size:
Height: 20–30 cm
Width: 50–70 cm

Aspect:
Full Sun

Flowering:
Flowers in Spring
Flowers in Summer
Flowers in Autumn
Flowers in Winter (in mild climates)

Flower Colour:
Deep Red
Blood Red
Velvety Crimson

Key Attributes:
Suitable for Pots
Drought Tolerant
Coastal Tolerant
Low Maintenance
Perennial (short-lived in some conditions)
Fast Growing
Weed Suppressive
Attracts Bees and Butterflies

Toxicity:
Considered non-toxic to humans and pets

Companion Plants:
Gazania rigens
Osteospermum ‘Purple Sun’
Sedum ‘Autumn Joy’
Lomandra ‘Little Con’
Helichrysum petiolare (Licorice Plant)