Osteospermum ecklonis – Osteospermum Purple
£3.99
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Description
Add a splash of bold, sun-loving colour with Osteospermum Purple. These daisy-like blooms in rich violet-purple tones open wide in the sunshine, bringing striking contrast to containers, beds, and borders. Perfect for pairing with silver foliage, white petunias, or trailing bacopa for a vibrant, drought-tolerant summer display. A go-to choice for South London gardeners looking for long-lasting, low-maintenance colour.
Plants supplied in a 11CM grower’s pot.
Key Features & Care:
Mature Height: 25–35cm
Mature Spread: 30–40cm
Flower Colour: Deep purple
Flowering Period: Late spring to early autumn
Foliage: Semi-evergreen
Fragrant: No
Growth Rate: Fast-growing
Hardiness: Half-hardy – protect from frost
Position: Full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture: Moist but well-drained
Soil PH: Acid, neutral
Soil Type: Clay, loam, sand
Wildlife Friendly: Attracts bees and butterflies
Perfect For:
Coastal and urban gardens
Summer bedding and patio pots
Mixed planting schemes
Drought-tolerant displays
How to Grow:
Plant in free-draining soil in a sunny spot. Deadhead regularly to encourage continuous flowering and water moderately – especially in hot, dry weather.
Please note:
Images show how this plant may look at various stages of maturity. The size you choose may vary from the one pictured.