Osteospermum 'Tradewinds Yellow Imp' - African Daisy - British Grown

This bright and cheerful daisy-like plant is a reliable performer, producing vivid yellow blooms with a dark central eye throughout the summer and into early autumn. Osteospermum Tradewinds Yellow Improved is a compact, bushy variety perfect for pots, containers, and sunny borders. It’s bred for better branching and flower production, with blooms that close at night and reopen each morning in the sun.

Osteospermum Tradewinds Yellow Imp., commonly known as Cape Daisy or African Daisy, is an easygoing, sun-loving plant that brings a pop of sunshine to any garden setting. Although technically a tender perennial, it’s often grown as an annual in the UK.

Scientific Name
Osteospermum ‘Tradewinds Yellow Improved’ (Osteospermum = “bone seed” in Greek, referencing the hard seed coat)

Synonyms
Cape Daisy, African Daisy

Common Name
Osteospermum, Cape Daisy, African Daisy

Origin
Native species from South Africa; this is a cultivated variety bred for improved flowering

Pruning Tips
Deadhead regularly to encourage fresh blooms and prevent legginess. Pinch out growing tips early in the season to promote bushiness.

Wildlife Value
Moderately attractive to bees and other pollinators during daylight hours when the flowers are open.

Positioning
Requires full sun to flower well. Ideal for pots, window boxes, and front-of-border planting in warm, sunny spots.

Water
Moderate watering – allow the top of the compost to dry out between waterings. More drought-tolerant once established. Avoid overwatering in cool weather.

Soil
Well-draining soil is key. Performs well in containers or sandy/loamy beds. Avoid heavy or waterlogged soils.

Food
Feed every 2–3 weeks with a balanced liquid fertiliser during the flowering season to encourage blooms.

Pet-safe
Non-toxic to pets and people.

Sprouts Top Tips
To keep blooms coming, place in the sunniest spot possible and deadhead often. In milder areas, you can try overwintering in a frost-free greenhouse.