Osteospermum 'Soleo White'
African daisy
Brighten up sunny spaces with crisp, daisy-like flowers where each bloom opens wide in the daylight to reveal clean white petals circling a striking purple-blue centre, creating a sharp, modern contrast that stands out in borders and containers alike.
Osteospermum 'Soleo White' forms a neat, compact mound, making it ideal for edging paths, filling patio pots or spilling gently from baskets where it can be enjoyed up close.
Flowering freely through summer, it keeps the display going with minimal fuss, with just a bit of deadheading and plenty of sun to fulfil its potential. African daisy thrives in a warm, well-drained spot and is happy with moderate watering, as long as it’s not left sitting wet. Often treated as a tender perennial in the UK, it’s a reliable choice for adding long-lasting colour and a Mediterranean look to outdoor spaces.
Osteospermum 'Soleo White' forms a neat, compact mound, making it ideal for edging paths, filling patio pots or spilling gently from baskets where it can be enjoyed up close.
Flowering freely through summer, it keeps the display going with minimal fuss, with just a bit of deadheading and plenty of sun to fulfil its potential. African daisy thrives in a warm, well-drained spot and is happy with moderate watering, as long as it’s not left sitting wet. Often treated as a tender perennial in the UK, it’s a reliable choice for adding long-lasting colour and a Mediterranean look to outdoor spaces.
How to care for Osteospermum Soleo White:
Osteospermum prefer well-drained soil and can suffer during very wet winters. To protect plants that are susceptible to rot in wet winter conditions, ensure they are planted in well-draining soil and consider adding grit or sand to the surrounding planting area to improve drainage.
Raise beds or plant in containers if necessary, and avoid spots where water collects. If wet conditions are unavoidable, consider using a cloche or cold frame to shield the plants from excessive moisture.
Grow in full sun to allow the flowers to fully open and deadhead regularly to prolong flowering. When grown in a pot, move to a sheltered spot during the winter months.
Raise beds or plant in containers if necessary, and avoid spots where water collects. If wet conditions are unavoidable, consider using a cloche or cold frame to shield the plants from excessive moisture.
Grow in full sun to allow the flowers to fully open and deadhead regularly to prolong flowering. When grown in a pot, move to a sheltered spot during the winter months.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.4m
Eventual spread:
0.4m
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
