Osteospermum 'Soleo Blue'
African daisy
Rich violet-purple petals radiate around a deep, inky centre, creating a strong contrast that stands out beautifully against fresh green foliage. Osteospermum 'Soleo Blue' forms a compact, tidy mound, making it a great choice for edging borders, brightening patio pots or adding impact to hanging baskets where the flowers can be enjoyed up close. Not a 'true blue' but wonderful nonetheless!
This is a reliable, long-flowering plant that keeps going from late spring through to autumn with modest effort, once established. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, and is happy with moderate watering as long as it’s not left sitting wet. Often grown as a tender perennial in the UK, it’s perfect bringing consistent colour to warm, sheltered spots.
This is a reliable, long-flowering plant that keeps going from late spring through to autumn with modest effort, once established. It thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, and is happy with moderate watering as long as it’s not left sitting wet. Often grown as a tender perennial in the UK, it’s perfect bringing consistent colour to warm, sheltered spots.
How to care for Osteospermum Soleo Blue:
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.
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:
0.4m
Eventual spread:
0.4m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or peat-free general purpose compost
Hardiness:
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
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Pets: Harmful if eaten
