Osteospermum

Osteospermum species, hybrids and cultivars

A daisy-style flower and moderately tolerant of dry conditions. Old types are rather straggly and require sun for the flowers to open, but new selections have a more compact habit and some will stay open all the time. Look out for Tradewinds series, Serenity series and 'Voltage Yellow'.

You should be able to buy osteospermums at regular retail plant outlets in Queensland.

Osteospermum in the Landscape

Here are some examples of plants growing in Brisbane to give you an idea of the approximate sizes and shapes of the plants, flower colours and suitable positions for them in the garden. Click for larger images.