How do you keep osteospermum blooming?

All osteospermums need watering regularly – don’t allow them to dry out. Feed weekly through the growing season with a general plant food to encourage continuous flowering and dead head as flowers fade.

Do osteospermum grow back every year?

Osteospermum species are perennials but the plant has been hybridised and cultivated for ornamental uses and most cultivars are annuals. Though Osteospermum as an annual is a subshrub, when it is a perennial it grows to be a shrub.

Will osteospermum survive winter?

Osteospermum. African daisies can be difficult to overwinter as plants if your soil is heavy. On light soils you can get them through the winter by covering with open-ended cloches. However, on heavy soil you’ll be better off overwintering rooted cuttings.

How long do osteospermum flowers last?

Osteospermum has irregular toothed green foliage and daisy-like flowers. The flowering period begins usually in early Spring and will go until Autumn if some pruning and fertilising occurs and the weather doesn’t get too hot during Summer. These flowers come in a huge assortment of colours and flower styles.

Does Osteospermum root in water?

They root easily and grow on well. If you opt for salvia cutting propagation in water, just put the cuttings in a vase and add a few inches of water. How to propagate Osteospermum It is possible to propagate Osteospermum by softwood cuttings during late spring or semi-hardwood cuttings during late summer.

Can Osteospermum be grown in pots?

Osteospermums are perfect for growing in pots, offering a long season of pretty flowers for a sunny corner.

Is osteospermum annual or perennial?

Osteospermum

genus name	Osteospermum
plant type	Annual Perennial
height	1 to 3 feet
width	1 to 2 feet wide
flower color	Purple Orange White Pink Yellow

Will Osteospermum grow in shade?

Osteospermum plants should be grown with plenty of shade and soil that is well-drained in the full sun. Osteospermum plants should be considered as annuals in the UK as they can be grown from seeds.

Is Osteospermum an annual or perennial?

Should I deadhead my osteospermum?

Osteospermum respond well to regular deadheading. Although many are sterile and so will not produce seed, this will at least keep your flowers looking tidy. They are normally unbothered by pests, however do keep an eye out for whitefly and aphids which can damage petals and leaves.

How long does it take for Osteospermum cuttings to root?

The cuttings should root within 3-4 weeks. As we propagate a lot of plants we like to use a tray with 84 segments that have a depth of about 6cm. If you only want to take a few cuttings you can also use 7cm square pots.

Are Osteospermum annuals or perennials?

Is Osteospermum an annual?

Osteospermum blooms in summer through fall, and is perfect for natural gardens throughout the United States. Commonly grown as an annual, the plant may perform as a perennial in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

How do you plant daisy seeds?

Planting Daisy Seeds. Start daisy seeds indoor to get a jump on the season. Use a soilless seed starting mix and lay the seeds on the surface, gently pressing them onto the soil without covering them with it. Place the germination containers on a heat mat with the thermostat set to 70 degrees Fahrenheit .

Are Osteospermum perennials?

Osteospermum are perennial flowers that can survive winter in regions with mild climates. The more they’re sheltered and protected from the cold, the higher the chance of keeping them year after year.