Ornamental Plant
AFRICAN DAISY
(Osteospermum)
Also known as Sun Flower and Star Daisy. Shaped like a miniature sunflower, it can bloom continuously year-round in suitable conditions.
Living Conditions
Seasonal Watering
1. Characteristics
Originally from South Africa, shaped like a miniature sunflower. A herbaceous perennial that blooms continuously in suitable conditions. Many colors with single, double, or thin petals.
2. Temperature
Optimal 20-25°C, medium cold tolerance. Stops growing below 10°C. Can survive briefly below 0°C.
3. Fertilizing
Fibrous roots require lots of fertilizer. In spring, use complex fertilizer with N-P-K ratio 15:18:25.
I. PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
African Daisy originally comes from South Africa. It is also known as Sun Flower and Star Daisy. Its shape resembles a miniature sunflower — a herbaceous perennial that lives for many years.
In bright sunlight and moderate temperatures, it can bloom continuously throughout the year. Because this daisy comes in many colors with single, double, or thin petals, it is quite eye-catching.
II. GROWING AND CARE TECHNIQUES
1. Temperature
African Daisy grows best at 20-25°C and has medium cold tolerance. When the temperature drops below 10°C, it stops growing, but it can survive briefly below 0°C. If the cold period is prolonged, find appropriate measures such as bringing the plant indoors, placing it in a warm room, or covering it with a plastic bag.
2. Humidity
Water every 3-4 days in summer, and every half month in winter. Because African Daisy prefers a dry environment, do not use a spray nozzle to increase humidity — especially when the plant is blooming, as water on the petals can easily cause black spots. When the leaves are growing densely, contact with water can also lead to disease.
3. Fertilizing
African Daisy has fibrous roots and requires a large amount of fertilizer. In spring, when applying complex fertilizer, the N-P-K ratio should be 15:18:25 respectively. Stop fertilizing in summer and winter.
Seasonal Care
Spring
Apply complex fertilizer with N-P-K ratio 15:18:25.
Summer
Water every 3-4 days. Do not spray water on flowers or leaves. Stop fertilizing.
Winter
Water every 2 weeks. Stop fertilizing. Protect plant from prolonged cold.
African Daisy is suitable for people who love vibrant, colorful flowers.