Common Names
Blue Disc Daisy, Blue Disc African Daisy, African Daisy
Botanical Name
Osteospermum ecklonis
Plant Family
Asteraceae (Daisy Family)
Native Range
Southern Africa
Life Cycle
Perennial
Hardiness Zone
Grown as an annual in all zones. Perennial in zones 9-11
Habit
Busy plants grow to 2.5 feet tall and 2 feet wide. Silvery white daisy flowers have stunning blue centres, petals are stained lavender blue on the undersides.
Germination/Sowing
The seeds germinate easily and can be direct sown in spring. They may also be started early in flats and transplanted out.
Growing/Care
The plants can be deadheaded regularly to encourage flowering.
Harvesting
n/a
Culinary Uses
n/a
Medicinal Uses
n/a
Themes
Drought tolerant, Cut flowers, Low Maintenance, Attracts Pollinators.