African Daisy
One of the brightest annuals for cool season gardening! African Daisy features strikingly vivid blooms that create a long lasting display of color.
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How to Care for African Daisy
Sunlight: African Daisies thrive in full sun. They need at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily to produce vibrant blooms. Partial shade can be tolerated but may result in fewer flowers.
Soil: Plant African Daisies in well-draining soil enriched with organic matter. They prefer sandy or loamy soils with a slightly acidic to neutral pH of 6.0-7.0.
Water: African Daisies are drought-tolerant once established but perform best with consistent watering. Allow the soil to dry out between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering in cooler months or during dormancy.
Fertilizer: Feed African Daisies with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer every 6-8 weeks during the growing season. Alternatively, use a liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength every 2-3 weeks for optimal blooming.
Pruning: African Daisies benefit from regular deadheading to encourage continuous blooming. Trim back leggy growth in midsummer to maintain a compact shape and promote new flowers.
Pests and Diseases: African Daisies are generally low-maintenance but may occasionally attract aphids, whiteflies, or spider mites. Watch for signs of powdery mildew or root rot, often caused by overwatering or poor air circulation.
Winter Hardiness: African Daisies are frost-sensitive and thrive in USDA zones 9-11. In colder regions, treat them as annuals or grow them in containers that can be brought indoors during frost. Protect outdoor plants with mulch or frost cloth in mild winters.
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Species: Osteospermum
Other Species Names: African Daisy, Cape Daisy
Plant Height: 18 in.
Spread: 18 in.
Evergreen: No
Plant Form: Mounding
Minimum Sunlight: Full Sun
Maximum Sunlight: Full Sun
Osteospermum is prized for its stunning display of bright, colorful blooms. It has a compact, mounding habit that makes it perfect for containers or the garden.
Osteospermum have a mounded habit with the flowers displayed slightly above the foliage. The perfect choice for lighting up containers or a flowerbed during the cool season.
Osteospermum is a cool season annual and ideally planted in the fall or early spring. It is best used in containers, so they can be sheltered from any potential cold snaps. It can be planted in the landscape though and prefers an area with full sun and well draining soil. Blooms can be expected throughout the cool seasons until the first freeze or the summer heat sets in.