Plant Profile: Dimorphotheca sinuata

Cape Marigold, an annual plant resembling a daisy, hails from South Africa. It thrives in sandy, well-drained soils and is drought-resistant. The flowers, which face the sun, display vibrant hues of yellow and orange, closing up at night and during overcast days. To encourage maximum blooming, regular deadheading is beneficial. If permitted to shed its seeds, this plant will self-seed and return each year. It is particularly suited for rock gardens or arid regions and is known to attract butterflies and bees. Additionally, it has become established in California, Arizona, and Oregon.