African Daisy

A profusion of bright flowers carpets the garden. Excellent for ground cover, rock gardens, containers or for erosion control on slopes. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and extend the lifespan of the plant. Drought tolerant.

Companion Plants

Fountain Grass

Spike Speedwell

Viola

Plant Details

Common name

African Daisy
Botanical name

Osteospermum fruticosum
Variety

Purple
Zone

Grow as an annual.
Light

Sun
Height

10-12" (25-31 cm)
Habit

Upright
Feed

Use all-purpose
Water

1-2 times per week
Bloom Color

Purple
Bloom Time

Spring-fall
Maintenance

Remove spent blooms

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Calvin J.'s collection

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