Osteospermum ecklonis var. prostratum
African daisy 'White Pim'
A prostrate evergreen subshrub forming a mat to 20cm in height, with oblanceolate leaves 6-8cm in length, and solitary daisy-like flowerheads 6cm in width, the rays florets white, tinged purple beneath
Synonyms
Osteospermum 'Cornish Carpet'Osteospermum 'Prostratum'
see moreDimorphotheca ecklonis 'Prostrata'
Osteospermum caulescens
Osteospermum caulescens misapplied
Osteospermum ecklonis var. prostratum
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | White | Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | White | Green | ||
| Autumn | White | Green | ||
| Winter | Green |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H3Botanical details
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- 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, moderately fertile, well-drained soil in a warm, sunny position. In frosty areas overwinter cuttings under glass
Propagation
Propagate by softwood cuttings in late spring or semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Coastal
- Gravel garden
- Cottage and informal garden
- Patio and container plants
- Mediterranean climate plants
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids
Diseases
May be subject to a downy mildew and Verticillium wilt
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