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African daisies 'Falling Stars'
In flower, early October, 5 Oct 2026

African daisies 'Falling Stars'

Osteospermum 'Falling Stars'

Bright magenta-purple daisies with dark centres. They close up in dull weather and open wide in the sun. Only borderline hardy, so a mulch over winter helps.

Part of the border bed, planted out in spring 2026.

Common name
African daisies 'Falling Stars'
Section
Beds
Spot
Garden (border bed)
Soil
Garden soil (tbc)
Options
Potential

Flowering colour for containers, border edges or a mixed patio display. Established plants could also supply further cuttings.

From
Grown on from online plugs, or bought from a local independent garden centre, spring 2026
Age
About 1 year
Next repot
Not needed: it's in the ground
Edible
❌ Not for eating.
Hardy
🤔 Borderline: shelter from hard frosts
Garden-centre price
about £5

Care & updates

What to expect
Seasonal growth and flowering depend on the plant and conditions. Winter survival requires suitable protection; spring recovery is not guaranteed. Flowers May–Oct.
Feeding
Every 21 days, May–Aug, with Tomato feed (high potash) for flowers
  1. Observation

    Still flowering in early October.

  2. Observation

    Still flowering in late September.

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