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Margarita® Bronze Bicolor Osteospermum Plant

9.99
  • - African Daisy, Daisybush
  • - Height: 10-14 inches
  • - Growing Zone: 2-11
  • - Exposure: Full Sun
  • - Bloom Time: Spring-Fall
  • - Each Quart Pot contains 1 Margarita® Bronze Bicolor Osteospermum Plant
Plant Features

Margarita® Bronze Bicolor Osteospermum Plant is a most unusually-colored African Daisy plant. A pleasing departure from the purple and white varieties, this bronze-colored Cape Daisy has long, ridged, daisy-like petals of a rosy-bronze with a halo of pastel yellow surrounding the dark eye. This one is really quite striking and the perfect addition to your early fall flower arrangements.

Planting Instructions:

  • - Plant in spring after the last frost date

Soil Preparation:

  • - Ideal soil pH: 6.0-7.0

Watering Specifics:

  • - Water deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry
  • - Once established, Osteospermum is relatively drought-tolerant

Fertilizer Type:

  • - Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring
  • - Apply a water-soluble fertilizer every 4-6 weeks during the growing season

Pruning and Training:

  • - Pinch back growing tips early in the season to encourage bushier growth
  • - Deadhead spent blooms to promote continuous flowering

Additional Pest Management:

  • - Watch for common pests like aphids, whiteflies, and spider mites

Blooming Indicators:

  • - Blooms from spring through fall, with peak flowering in cooler temperatures

Light Requirements:

  • - Prefers full sun
  • - Can tolerate partial shade, but flowering may be reduced

Temperature Tolerance:

  • - Can tolerate light frost but not prolonged freezing temperatures
  • - Flowering may slow or stop during periods of extreme heat

Companion Plants for Osteospermum:

  • - Verbena: Their clusters of small flowers contrast nicely with Osteospermum's larger blooms
  • - Lobelia: The delicate flowers and trailing habit of Lobelia complement Osteospermum well
  • - Heliotrope: Their fragrant, deep purple flowers provide a nice contrast to Osteospermum
  • - Diascia: These plants offer similar growing conditions and complementary flower shapes
  • - Argyranthemum: Another daisy-like plant that pairs well with Osteospermum for a cohesive look
Attribute name Attribute value
Plant Characteristics
Height Category Medium
Mature Spread 10-12 inches
Habit Mounded
Flower Color Bronze
Foliage Color Green
Attracts Bees, Butterflies
Features Cut Flowers, Heat tolerant
Garden Styles Container Garden, Cottage Garden, English Garden, Pollinator Garden
Plant Used for Borders and Edging, Climbing or Vining
Pet Friendly Yes
Plant Type Hybrid
Tolerates Sandy soil
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