Osteospermum - Cultivation Notes
This herbaceous plant will flourish in most well drained soils (including chalk) preferring lots of sun, as well as tolerating dry conditions. Avoid cold exposed areas, be prepared to dead head / stake during summer.
Strengths, Weaknesses & Design Usage
Strengths of Osteospermum:
- Sun loving drought tolerant plant
- Suitable for container growing
- Suitable for exposed coastal planting
- Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils
Weaknesses of Osteospermum
- Tender exotic suitable only for very mild areas
Design & Plant Use for Osteospermum:
- Summer flowering plant suitable for drift planting
- Summer flowering herbaceous plant suitable for border planting
- Annual bedding plant ideal for quick seasonal colour
- Tender exotic plant ideal for a sheltered urban garden in full sun
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