Osteospermum 'Dalina Dark Red'
African daisy
Boasting a striking red-purple hue, this compact cultivar stands out with its single, daisy-like flowers set against a backdrop of dark green, tooth-edged foliage.
Osteospermum 'Dalina Dark Red' flowers over a long summer period if deadheaded regularly, and is compact habit makes it an excellent choice for smaller spaces, patio pots or as a front-of-border plant, where its eye-catching, pollinator friendly blooms can be fully appreciated.
Osteospermum 'Dalina Dark Red' flowers over a long summer period if deadheaded regularly, and is compact habit makes it an excellent choice for smaller spaces, patio pots or as a front-of-border plant, where its eye-catching, pollinator friendly blooms can be fully appreciated.
How to care for Osteospermum Dalina Dark Red:
Grow on under glass until all risk of frost has passed and they can then either be planted outside into a well-prepared bed, or used to fill decorative pots and hanging baskets for the patio.
Water regularly in hot, dry weather, especially for plants in containers, and deadhead faded blooms frequently to keep the display going for longer. Choose a sunny, sheltered spot outdoors as these sun-lovers flower best with plenty of light. Avoid overly rich compost, which can encourage lush growth at the expense of flowers.
Pinching out the growing tips will encourage them to become bushier, and feeding with a high-potash fertiliser at regular intervals throughout the summer will promote even more flowers to form.
Water regularly in hot, dry weather, especially for plants in containers, and deadhead faded blooms frequently to keep the display going for longer. Choose a sunny, sheltered spot outdoors as these sun-lovers flower best with plenty of light. Avoid overly rich compost, which can encourage lush growth at the expense of flowers.
Pinching out the growing tips will encourage them to become bushier, and feeding with a high-potash fertiliser at regular intervals throughout the summer will promote even more flowers to form.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.3m
Eventual spread:
0.3m
Position:
Full sun
Rate of growth:
Average
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil, or peat-free general purpose compost
Hardiness:
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
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Pets: Harmful if eaten
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