Osteospermum Plants
Need a burst of colour in your flower beds or containers? Look no further than sun-loving osteospermums. Also known as African daisies, these big, bold flowers are compact, drought-tolerant, and flower all summer long. They’re raised the traditional way at our Herefordshire nursery so they’re extra hardy and will come back bigger and better every year. Our growers have got all the best colour combinations, with purples, yellows, blues and oranges contrasting in spectacular fashion. Plant osteospermums as an accent plant in borders or in patio pots and hanging baskets for instant sunshine!
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Perennials born in Herefordshire, blooming in your garden
Our perennials start life in the rolling Herefordshire hills, where Jack and his team trial over 250 new varieties each year to bring you the best performing and most sustainable plants in the UK. With over forty years of excellence, it’s no surprise that they’ve won the HTA Plant Grower of the Year award two years running.
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Osteopermum FAQs
When is the best time to plant osteospermums in the UK?
Osteospermum plants do best when they’re planted in the spring after the last frost has passed. They like warm temperatures and can be a bit sensitive to frost, so planting them when the weather is mild is ideal.
Where should I plant osteospermums?
Osteospermum plants thrive in full sun (6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day) and well-drained soil that doesn’t get waterlogged, as this can cause root rot.
How much should I water osteospermums?
Water your osteospermums thoroughly when the top 2-3cm of soil feels dry to the touch and avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. During hot, dry periods, you’ll need to water more often.
Do osteospermum plants need fertiliser?
Osteospermum plants do best with regular feeding during the growing season. You can use a general purpose liquid or granular feed every 2-4 weeks or a slow-release fertiliser at the beginning of spring.
How do I deadhead osteospermums?
Deadheading encourages your plants to bloom continuously rather than putting their energy into seed production. To do this, pinch off the faded flowers at their base by hand or with scissors.
Can osteospermum plants survive the winter?
Osteospermum plants are often grown as annuals or short-lived perennials in the UK, especially in colder areas. In warmer parts of the UK they should survive the winter, but everywhere else they should be brought indoors over winter or wrapped/covered to protect them from the frost.
