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OSTEOSPERMUM ecklonis compacta
Commonly known as African daisy
Spreading but compact habit with white flowers which are indigo-blue on the reverse. In a normal winter this will easily survive as a hardy perennial
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EvergreenLance-shaped, toothed, grey-green leaves to 10cm (4in) long. Flowerheads 5-8cm (2-3in) across.
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BlueIndigo blue on reverse -
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Height60cm-1.5m (2-5ft) -
Spread60cm-1.2m (2-4ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightVariable subshrub
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Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winterHardy in coastal and relatively mild parts of the UK except in severe winters and a risk from sudden (early) frosts. May be hardy elsewhere with wall shelter or good micro-climate. Likely to be damaged or killed in cold winters. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -5°C (23°F) -
Full sun
OSTEOSPERMUM ecklonis compacta
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Additional Features
Pests & DiseasesAphids, downy mildew, Verticillium wilt.
Place of originSouth Africa. -
Flower ShapeSingleRow of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
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HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummer
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Soil ConditionsMedium to light, fertile, well drained soil
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Toxic - Category C
Harmful if eaten(Can be harmeful to pets if eaten)
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Osteospermum - Growing Guide
Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
All-purpose Seaweed Stimulant
All-purpose organic concentrated seaweed feed that is a ready to use, derived from sustainable harvested kelp, that can be used on all outdoor and indoor plants, except acid loving plants.
Perfect used in conjunction with Rootgrow™.
Only £7.50
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