From dawn until dusk, waves of rich purple daisies paint the garden in jewel-like tones, their dark-centred blooms unfurling fresh petals daily above slightly red-tinged stems.
Osteospermum jucundum 'Tresco Purple' copes well in the face of drought once established, spreading its dense, weed-suppressing foliage across exposed or coastal sites while flowering consistently for many months. This tough African native creates a stunning tapestry in mass plantings, its veined petals catching light like stained glass and revealing subtle colour shifts as they turn to display their lighter reverses.
Whether tumbling from containers or carpeting sun-baked borders, this prolific bloomer brings welcome resilience to summer gardens, requiring minimal attention while delivering maximum impact throughout the growing season.