How to grow Cape Daisy

Osteospermum

Can be propagated by cuttings. Deadhead to promote flowering, but not necessary Can be overwintered in mild climates, but often become untidy and the flower colour may fade

Transplanting Cape daisy

Choose a sunny well drained spot at the front of the border or edge of a path. They are also great in pots and containers

As Cape daisy is half hardy, ensure temperatures are mild enough to plant out (around 5°C / 41°F as a guideline) - wait until after your last frost date to be on the safe side.

How long does Cape daisy take to grow?

These estimates for how long Cape daisy takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.

Days to Germination How long does it take Cape daisy to germinate?
8 days

Average 8 days | Min 3 days | Max 40 days (10)

Days to Transplant How long until I can plant out Cape daisy?
+ 33 days

Average 33 days | Min 21 days | Max 57 days (4)

Days to Maturity How long until Cape daisy is ready for harvest / bloom?
+ 224 days

Average 224 days | Min 111 days | Max 802 days (4)

Total Growing Days How long does it take to grow Cape daisy?
= 265 days

When should I plant Cape daisy?

Our when to plant Cape daisy estimates are relative to your last frost date.

When to sow The number of days to sow Cape daisy before or after your last frost date.
56 days before Last Frost Date

Cape daisy Etymology

Osteospermum is derived from the Greek osteon (= bone) and Latin spermum (= seed).

Other names for Cape daisy

Osteospermum, African daisy

Osteospermum L., Osteospermum hybrida, Osteospermum hybrid, Osteospermum x

Misspellings: Osteospurmum

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