Bring vibrant color and charm to your garden with Osteospermum Flower Seeds, commonly known as African Daisies. These hardy, low-maintenance plants produce bright, daisy-like flowers that thrive in borders, containers, and garden beds. With a long bloom season and easy care, Osteospermum is perfect for adding seasonal beauty and elegance to any home garden.
Features
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Produces bright, daisy-like flowers in multiple colors
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Hardy and easy to grow
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Ideal for borders, containers, and garden beds
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Long bloom season for continuous color
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Adds visual appeal and charm to home gardens
Specifications
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Type: Annual or short-lived perennial flowering plant
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Bloom Time: Late spring through autumn
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Height: 12–18 inches (approx.)
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Spacing: 10–12 inches apart
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Light Requirements: Full sun
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Soil Requirements: Well-drained soil
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Watering Needs: Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between watering
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Zones: USDA Zones 9–11 (grow as an annual in cooler zones)
Planting & Sowing Instructions
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Soil Preparation: Use well-drained soil enriched with organic matter.
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Sowing: Start seeds indoors 8–10 weeks before the last frost, or sow directly outdoors after frost. Lightly cover seeds with soil.
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Watering: Keep soil moist until seedlings are established; water moderately after that.
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Germination: Seeds typically sprout within 10–21 days under warm, bright conditions.
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Care: Thin seedlings to proper spacing. Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering.