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Description
1 packet contains 50 seeds of Osteospermum Dimorphotheca Mixed - Seeds
The flowers are prominent, 2 to 3 inches in diameter with dark-blue centers and an almost waxy appearance. Plants need good drainage and don t do well in high humidity.
Seeds Specifications
| Seeds per Packet | 50 |
| Common Name | African Daisy, Cape Marigold |
| Height | 8 and 12 inches tall |
| Flower Colour | yellow, blue, violet, white, pink |
| Bloom Time | Mid-summer, late summer, early fall, mid-fall |
| Difficulty Level | Medium |
Planting and care
- Remove old and spent leaves to prevent fungus infections
- When re-potting see that the crown of the plant is above the level of the soil
- Generally, African Daisies do not need insecticides or fungicides
- If a problem arises treat them with an insecticidal soap and /or fungicide
- Mulching is done around but not on top of the plants with 3 inches of organic compost
- Water the African Daisy wild flowers well weekly until soil is completely moist
Osteospermum care
- Sow seeds of Passion Mixed from February to May at 18-20c (64-68F) on a good free draining damp seed compost
- A fine sprinkling of vermiculite must be applied, but do not cover the seed completely
- Place in a propagator or seal the container inside a polythene bag until after germination (up to 14 days)
- Do not exclude light, as this helps germination
- When the seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them into 7
- 5cm (3 inch) pots
- Then grow on in cooler conditions before planting out after all risk of frost has past
- Plant 30cm (12 inches) apart
| Sunlight | Full Sun |
| Watering | Keep soil moist |
| Soil | Requires well-drained soil |
| Temperature | 60 F to 65 F |
| Fertilizer | Apply any organic fertilizer. |
| Harvest Season | Most Osteospermum varieties are hybrids and will not grow true from saved seed. |
Osteospermum special feature
Osteospermum tolerates a wide range of soil types and occupies areas with 500 to 1500 mm annual rainfall.
Osteospermum uses
Ornamental Use:
- The plant is used for ornamental purpose
Medicinal Use:
- Is edible but no Culinary uses nutritional value