Osteospermum ecklonis 'Serenity Purple Dark'

Dimorphotheca Ecklonis

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Common Name:

Dimorphotheca Ecklonis

Plant Type:

Flower color:

Purple

Foliage color:

Green

Sun (From 0 to 5):

4

Water (From 0 to 5):

2

Maximum temperature:

40°C

Minimum temperature:

10°C

Maximum height:

35 cm

Maximum width:

50 cm

Dimorphotheca Ecklonis (Osteospermum ecklonis 'Serenity Purple Dark') - Description

Excellent for ground cover, rock gardens, containers or for erosion control on slopes. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and extend the lifespan of the plant. Drought tolerant.

Dimorphotheca Ecklonis (Osteospermum ecklonis 'Serenity Purple Dark') - Blooming

Blooms daisy-like flowers in a variety of colors such as magenta, pink, white, and yellow. Flowers of most species will only open in sunlight. Prolong flowering by deadheading on a regular basis.

Dimorphotheca Ecklonis (Osteospermum ecklonis 'Serenity Purple Dark') - Growth

African Daisies do best with full sun in a warm site.

Dimorphotheca Ecklonis (Osteospermum ecklonis 'Serenity Purple Dark') - Planting

Some species have rooting stems that can easily be divided for propagation. Can also sow seeds in spring.

Dimorphotheca Ecklonis (Osteospermum ecklonis 'Serenity Purple Dark') - Pest

Aphids. Osteospermum is also susceptible to downy mildew and wilt.

Dimorphotheca Ecklonis (Osteospermum ecklonis 'Serenity Purple Dark') - Interesting facts

The genus name, Osteospermum, is derived from two Greek words which when combined translate to "bone seed". The "bone seed" refers to the hard fruit casing around the seed from the plants.

Dimorphotheca Ecklonis (Osteospermum ecklonis 'Serenity Purple Dark') - Soil and irrigation

Can tolerate drought and neglect, but flourishes with good garden soil and irrigation.