Osteospermum 'Nairobi Purple'
African daisy 'Nairobi Purple'
A spreading evergreen perennial, with ovate, slightly toothed green leaves, and bright purple daisy-like flowers with deep purple central discs, from early summer to early autumn
Synonyms
Osteospermum 'Peggyi'Osteospermum 'Port Wine'
see moreOsteospermum 'Tresco Peggy'
Dimorphotheca 'Nairobi Purple'
Osteospermum 'African Queen'
Osteospermum 'Wine Purple'
Osteospermum 'Tresco Purple'
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
1–2 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Purple | Green | ||
| Autumn | Purple | Green | ||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H3Botanical details
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Potentially harmful
- Pets (rabbits, rodents): Harmful if eaten. For further information and contact numbers regarding pets, see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants
- Genus
Osteospermum can be annuals, perennials or sub-shrubs, with aromatic, evergreen, simple or lobed leaves and showy daisy-like flowers over a long period from late spring
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in light, well-drained soil in a warm, sheltered site. In frost-prone areas, grow as an annual or overwinter in frost-free conditions
Propagation
Propagate by seed, softwood cuttings in late spring, or semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Patio and container plants
- Bedding
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids
Diseases
May be susceptible to downy mildews and verticillium wilt
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