Osteospermum Care Guide: Everything You Need to Know About African Daisies

Osteospermum, also known as African Daisy, is a vibrant, easy-care plant that adds a splash of colour to any garden or patio. At Dartana Plants, we love these beauties for their long flowering season and versatility. In this guide, we’ll answer the most common questions UK gardeners ask about Osteospermum care.

Do Osteospermums Come Back Every Year?

The answer depends on your climate:

• In mild, frost-free areas, Osteospermums behave as perennials, returning year after year.
• In colder UK regions, they’re usually grown as annuals, as they can’t survive harsh frosts.

Tip from Dartana Plants: Overwinter them indoors or in a greenhouse to enjoy them again next season.

Do You Cut Back Osteospermum in Winter?

Yes! Cutting back helps maintain shape and health:

• After flowering ends, trim stems by one-third.
• Remove dead or damaged foliage to prevent disease.

If overwintering indoors, keep them in a cool, bright spot and water sparingly.

How Do You Keep Osteospermum Blooming?

For continuous colour:

• Deadhead regularly – remove spent flowers.
• Feed with a balanced fertiliser every few weeks.
• Full sun is essential – Osteospermums love light.
• Avoid overwatering; they prefer well-drained soil.

Do Osteospermum Plants Spread?

Yes, they have a mounding, spreading habit, perfect for ground cover or trailing over containers:

• Spread: 30–60 cm wide, depending on variety.
• They’re not invasive but will fill out beautifully.

Quick Care Summary

• Light: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained
• Water: Moderate
• Maintenance: Deadhead and feed for blooms

Why Choose Osteospermum from Dartana Plants?

With dazzling colours and easy-care nature, Osteospermums are ideal for borders, hanging baskets, and patio pots. Whether annual or perennial, they’ll reward you with months of vibrant flowers. Explore our Osteospermum collection and bring colour to your garden today!

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