Osteospermum 'Akila Purple' (Akila Series)
African daisy
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- Standard £5.95
- Position: full sun
- Soil: moderately fertile, humus-rich, well-drained soil (or peat-free, general-purpose compost for containers)
- Rate of growth: average
- Flowering period: June to September
- Hardiness: half hardy (will need winter protection)
‘Akila Purple’ is a stunning, purple-flowered, compact bedding and container plant that will bloom with bright, large flowers through the summer. Typically flowering non-stop for several months, it's great for providing lots of low-maintenance colour.
Avoid poorly-drained winter poorly-drained, wet ground conditions prone to waterlogging and protect plants in very cold areas. Regular dead heading will help to encourage more flowers to form and prolong the display.
- Pets: Harmful if eaten