Osteospermum 'Nairobi Purple'
African daisy (syn. Osteospermum Tresco Purple)
You’d be ‘Scilly’ not to consider this sumptuous, ground covering perennial for summer season pots and front of borders. Evergreen and hardy in milder areas of the UK, the weed-suppressing foliage erupts into a profusion of deep magenta-purple daisy-like flowers from mid-summer until the first frosts. ‘Tresco’ is a sun lover so make sure to plant in full sun, in a window box or pot to appreciate the succession of magnificent flowers.
How to care for Osteospermum Nairobi Purple:
Osteospermum prefer well-drained soil and can suffer during very wet winters. To protect plants that are susceptible to rot in wet winter conditions, ensure they are planted in well-draining soil and consider adding grit or sand to the surrounding planting area to improve drainage. Raise beds or plant in containers if necessary, and avoid spots where water collects. If wet conditions are unavoidable, consider using a cloche or cold frame to shield the plants from excessive moisture. Grow in full sun to allow the flowers to fully open and deadhead regularly to prolong flowering. When grown in a pot, move to a sheltered spot during the winter months.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.3m
Eventual spread:
0.5m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Frost tender
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This perennial is semi-evergreen so it can lose some of its leaves in winter. In colder regions or more exposed gardens, it may lose them all, but then fresh new growth appears again in spring.
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Pets: Harmful if eaten
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