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Osteospermum fruticosum - Trailing African Daisy

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Osteospermum fruticosum is a perennial landscaping sensation better known as the Trailing African Daisy. With origins traced back to the sunny vistas of South Africa, this vibrant bloomer delights with its rich display of daisy-like blossoms. Its palette ranges from pure white to sunny yellow, and from soft pink to regal purple. Amid these colorful blossoms nestles silver-green lance-shaped leaves that boast a subtle gleam, adding to the aesthetic charm of the plant. Offering a magnificent spread up to 6 feet wide and a moderate height of up to 3 feet, this trailing beauty unfurls itself beautifully whether tumbling over rock gardens, spilling from hanging baskets, or creating an inviting, colorful border. A beacon to butterflies, this pollinator-friendly plant enhances your garden's ecosystem while performing an encore of breathtaking blooms from late spring until the first frost. Exhibiting remarkable drought tolerance and a preference for full sun, the Trailing African Daisy is both purposeful and gorgeous, fitting seamlessly into xeriscapes or coastal settings. It masks its strength behind its delicate beauty, offering grade-A erosion control and slope stabilization services. A landscaping must-have, this blend of beauty and hardiness makes the Trailing African Daisy a delightful, low-maintenance addition to any outdoors space.

  • Size: Up to 3 feet tall and 6 feet wide
  • Flowers: Vibrant, daisy-like flowers in shades of white, pink, purple, and yellow
  • Foliage: Silver-green, lance-shaped leaves
  • Water usage: Low
  • Sun exposure: Full sun
  • Attracts Pollinators: Butterfly-friendly
  • Additional feature: Excellent for slope stabilization and erosion control
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