what to plant with osteospermum

Do Osteospermum come back every year?

Osteospermum are perennial flowers that can survive winter in regions with mild climates. The more they're sheltered and protected from the cold, the higher the chance of keeping them year after year.

Does Osteospermum like sun or shade?

Grow osteospermum in a sheltered spot in well-drained soil in full sun or plant in a container on a sunny patio or windowsill.

What can I plant next to daisies?

Daffodils, like tulips, also prefer the company of other flower bulbs in addition to asters, hosta and iris. Shasta daisy is a perennial plant that gets along well with a number of other flowers including Algerian iris, germander sage, rudbeckia and coneflowers.

Does Osteospermum need deadheading?

Tip. Deadhead full-bloom osteospermum with long enough stems to enjoy as cut flowers in flower arrangements.

What do you do with Osteospermum in the winter?

Osteospermum. African daisies can be difficult to overwinter as plants if your soil is heavy. On light soils you can get them through the winter by covering with open-ended cloches. However, on heavy soil you'll be better off overwintering rooted cuttings.

Is osteospermum annual or perennial?

A member of the daisy family (Asteraceae), osteospermum is a half-hardy perennial or subshrub most commonly grown as an annual. A relative newcomer to the horticultural industry, African daisies first become available to home gardeners in the 1990s.

Can Osteospermum be grown in pots?

Osteospermums are perfect for growing in pots, offering a long season of pretty flowers for a sunny corner. Here, we've combined osteospermums with ornamental grass and santolina, whose foliage brings out the purple of the flowers.

Are all Osteospermum perennials?

Osteospermum species are perennials but the plant has been hybridised and cultivated for ornamental uses and most cultivars are annuals. ... Though Osteospermum as an annual is a subshrub, when it is a perennial it grows to be a shrub.

How do I get my osteospermum to bloom?

Water the plants whenever the soil feels dry. Because osteospermum prefers cool temperatures, plant them in the early spring, being sure to protect them from an unexpected frost. Remove the flowers as they fade to promote additional flushes of bloom.

What are the best perennials to plant now?

10 Easy-Care Perennials Every Garden Should Have

Black-Eyed Susan. Commonly called Black-eyed Susan, rudbeckia is a joy to grow. ...
Salvia. Few perennials are as versatile as salvia, also called perennial sage. ...
Coreopsis. Do you want a burst of sunshine in your garden? ...
Sedum. Sedums are the workhorses of the perennial border. ...
Purple Coneflower. ...
Peony. ...
Bearded Iris. ...
Daylily.

Do daisies come back every year?

About Shasta Daisies

Like clockwork, these daisies return every spring or early summer and bloom until early fall. They can be aggressive growers, so if you don't want them spreading, choose varieties that don't produce viable seed or remove flowers before they go to seed.

Are daisies good for vegetable gardens?

Like Calendula they will grow in almost any kind of soil, are easy to save seed from and often confuse pests if inter-planted with vegetables. Chamomile and Daisy: Most composite flowers from the daisy family will attract a range of beneficial insects.

Should I deadhead my daisies?

So yes, deadheading Shasta daisies (and other varieties) is a good idea. Deadheading daisies not only improves their overall appearance but will also inhibit seed production and stimulate new growth, which encourages additional blooms. By deadheading regularly, you can extend the flowering season.

Why is my African daisy dying?

Wilting and death in African bush daisies is typically caused by nematodes, although there are other, more minor potential causes. Poor growing conditions or insufficient care may also cause wilting, but typically less severe than during a nematode infestation.

When can I plant out osteospermum?

Sow and Plant

Only a few varieties of osteospermum are grown from seed. The heavy flowering varieties are propagated from rooted stem cuttings and sold as potted plants in spring. Set plants out at about the time of your last spring frost.

Is an unheated greenhouse frost free?

An unheated greenhouse in winter will not only allow you to grow hardy veggies, but you can start tender annuals, propagate perennials, and overwinter cold sensitive plants. ... That said, when winter nights get really cold, frost damage in the greenhouse can occur without added protection.

How do you overwinter a cutting?

Most cuttings taken in spring will be flowering in their first summer. Those taken in late summer will be overwintering under glass and be ready to harden off during May. One of the keys to overwintering rooted cuttings under glass is to keep them on the dry side in bright frost-free conditions of around 7°C (45°F).

Does lavender repel slugs?

Lavender. Slugs and snails are also known to have a dislike for plants with a strong fragrance, and lavender definitely gets up their collective nose. ... Strategically placing lavender in the garden could help protect other plants from slug and snail attacks, creating a whiffy barrier against the gastropods.

How long do potted daisies last?

So they usually survive for about only three years as potted houseplants. Provide indoor, potted Gerbera daisies with bright, all-day sunlight in spring, summer and fall. Supply them with at least three to five hours of direct, morning sunlight, and provide them with afternoon shade.

How far apart do you plant African daisies?

Space plants 12 inches apart for good air circulation.