Osteospermum fruticosum Hybrids - African Daisy

Osteospermum fruticosum hybrids are a low growing perennial that will reach around 60cm. Flowering from spring through summer they are related to the daisy family and are shrubby plant originally from South Africa.

A mound forming plant with nice gray green foliage the main attraction is the long flowering season, and the drought tolerant nature of the plant once established. Lots of hybrid cultivars available usually in early spring when they first come into flower.

Osteospermum hybrids require little care, they can be pruned back to keep in shape, a sunny position in a well drained soil is essential for goo performance.

Propagate from cuttings taken early in spring, and replace older untidy plants.

Ostespermum fruticosum are readily available for sale from retail nurseries.