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Plant Profiles / African daisy
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African daisy
Osteospermum hybrids · Cape daisy
Daisy flowers with blue centres in white, purple, pink and orange. Tough and sun-loving.
Full sunLight
WeeklyWater
Very easyCare level
Care at a glance
Light
Full sun
ShadeFull sun
Sun.
Water
Weekly
DryWet
Moderate.
Humidity
Low
LowHigh
Dry.
Temperature
0–32°C (32–90°F)
CoolWarm
Light frost.
Growth
Moderate
SlowFast
30–45 cm.
Soil
Free-draining
LeanRich
Potting mix.
Fertiliser
Monthly
RarelyOften
Flowering.
Pet safety
Non-toxic
SafeToxic
Safe.
About this plant
From South Africa. Flowers close at night and on dull days.
Best spots
Sunny pots and balconies.
Plant facts
| Botanical name | Osteospermum hybrids |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Origin | South Africa |
| Plant type | Perennial |
| Mature size | 30–45 cm |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Flowers | Daisies |
| Toxicity | Non-toxic |
| Propagation | Cuttings |
Seasonal care calendar
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Flowering
Trim
FloweringTrim
Based on Southern Hemisphere seasons.
Troubleshooting
| Closed flowers | Normal at night. |
| Leggy | Trim. |
| Rot | Wet. |
| Aphids | Hose. |
| Heat | Pauses. |
Common questions
Close at night?
Yes.
Pets?
Safe.
Drought?
Yes.
Perennial?
Yes.
