OSTEOSPERMUM 'Cannington Roy'

Commonly known as African daisy

Hardy and long established perennial form with purple tipped white flowers
Further Reading....
  • Evergreen
  • Purple
    Shades of purple/mauve/lilac/violet
  • White
    Purple-tipped white ray florets, ageing to mauve-pink. 5cm (2in) across.
  • Height
    15cm (6in)
  • Spread
    60cm (24in)
  • Ground cover
    These plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soil
    Densely spreading subshrub with sparsely toothed leaves.
  • Herbaceous
    Early in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.
  • Half hardy - unheated greenhouse / mild winter
    Hardy 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 'Cannington Roy'

 

 

  • Additional Features
    Pests & Diseases
    Aphids, downy mildew, Verticillium wilt.
    Place of origin
    Garden origin.
  • Flower Shape
    Single
    Row of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
  • Garden Location/Conditions
    Border
    Suits a sunny border
    Coastal / windswept
  • Hardiness
    Frost hardy (down to -5)
  • Seasonal Interest
    Autumn
    Spring
    Summer
  • Soil Conditions
    Medium to light, fertile, well drained soil
  • Toxic - Category C
    Harmful if eaten
    Pets, i.e. cats, dogs, rabbits, rodents, notably rabbits and rodents
  • Wildlife
    Bee friendly
    Butterfly friendly
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Osteospermum - Growing Guide

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