Osteospermum seeds - Flower Plant

Osteospermum, commonly known as African Daisy, is a flowering perennial often grown as an annual in cooler climates. It is valued for its upright, bushy growth habit and long-lasting daisy-like blooms. The plant performs well in garden beds, borders, containers, and landscape plantings, thriving in sunny locations with well-drained soil. Osteospermum is adaptable to a variety of garden settings and provides continuous seasonal interest through its attractive foliage and flowers.

Features

• Bushy, upright flowering plant
• Produces daisy-like blooms throughout the growing season
• Suitable for garden beds, borders, and containers
• Adapted to a range of temperate and warm climates
• Performs best in full sun locations
• Prefers well-drained soil
• Suitable for ornamental landscape plantings
• Provides extended seasonal color and texture

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Osteospermum ecklonis
• Common Name (US): African Daisy
• Seed Type / Variety: Species Seed
• Growth Habit: Bushy perennial, often grown as an annual
• USDA Zones: 9-11 (grown as an annual in cooler zones)
• Planting Season: Spring
• Growing Season: Spring to Fall
• Sowing Season: February-May
• Germination Time and Conditions: 10-21 days at 18-22°C (65-72°F)
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Moderate; allow the soil surface to dry slightly between watering
• Mature Plant Size: 12-24 inches tall, 12-24 inches spread
• Plant Spacing: 10-18 inches apart**