Osteospermum hybrids
Osteospermum
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Osteospermum (Osteospermum hybrids) - Description
Osteospermum is native to Southern Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. Species include evergreen pernnials, annuals, and subshrubs. When in flower, it creates a carpet of color.
Osteospermum (Osteospermum hybrids) - Blooming
Blooms daisy-like flowers in a variety of colors such as magenta, pink, white, and yellow. Flowers of most species will only open in sunlight. Prolong flowering by deadheading on a regular basis.
Osteospermum (Osteospermum hybrids) - Growth
African Daisies do best with full sun in a warm site.
Osteospermum (Osteospermum hybrids) - Planting
Some species have rooting stems that can easily be divided for propagation. Can also sow seeds in spring.
Osteospermum (Osteospermum hybrids) - Pest
Aphids. Osteospermum is also susceptible to downy mildew and wilt.
Osteospermum (Osteospermum hybrids) - Interesting facts
The genus name, Osteospermum, is derived from two Greek words which when combined translate to "bone seed". The "bone seed" refers to the hard fruit casing around the seed from the plants.
Osteospermum (Osteospermum hybrids) - Soil and irrigation
Can tolerate drought and neglect, but flourishes with good garden soil and irrigation.
