{"product_id":"osteospermum-african-daisy-white-with-orange-centre","title":"Osteospermum – African Daisy (White with Orange Centre)","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eThis cheerful flowering plant produces masses of bright white daisy-like blooms with vivid orange centres, bringing bold contrast and long-lasting colour to patio pots, baskets, and sunny garden displays throughout summer. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eOsteospermum\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, commonly known as African Daisy, flowers continuously from late spring until the first frosts, opening fully in sunshine and creating a vibrant, pollinator-friendly display. Its compact, bushy habit makes it ideal for containers, borders, and mixed summer planting schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOsteospermum\u003c\/b\u003e with white petals and orange centres is loved for its striking colour combination and excellent weather tolerance. The crisp white flowers appear almost glowing in bright sunlight, while the warm orange centres add depth and a slightly tropical feel to displays. Particularly well suited to sunny spots and drier conditions, it performs brilliantly through warm British summers with minimal maintenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTender Perennial\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBushy, Compact, Long Flowering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlowers:\u003c\/b\u003e Late Spring to First Frosts\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFoliage:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e Spring to Autumn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eOsteospermum\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e hybrid (bone seed plant)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSynonyms\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePreviously classified within the genus \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eDimorphotheca\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e in some older references\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAfrican Daisy, Cape Daisy\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCultivated hybrid originating from southern African \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eOsteospermum\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e species\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePruning Tips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRemove faded flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming. Lightly trim back plants during midsummer if they become leggy or flowering slows.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWildlife Value\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe open flowers are attractive to bees, hoverflies, butterflies, and other pollinating insects throughout summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePositioning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBest grown in full sun in patio pots, hanging baskets, window boxes, and sheltered borders. Flowers open best in bright sunny conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWater regularly during warmer weather, especially in containers, but allow the top layer of compost to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid overly wet conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThrives in fertile, free-draining compost or soil. A quality peat-free container compost with added drainage is ideal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFood\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFeed every 1–2 weeks with a balanced or high-potash liquid fertiliser during the growing season to encourage prolonged flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePet-safe\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGenerally considered non-toxic to pets, although ingestion may still cause mild stomach upset.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tips\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOsteospermums are brilliant for sunny patios and pair beautifully with trailing silver foliage or deep purple flowers for a bright Mediterranean-inspired display.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"10.5cm","offer_id":58187112677757,"sku":"1911055819771","price":6.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/osteospermum-african-daisy-white-with-orange-centre-sprouts-of-bristol-sprouts-of-bristol-1988932.jpg?v=1779373709","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.co.uk\/de\/products\/osteospermum-african-daisy-white-with-orange-centre","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}