Annuals
Osteospermum hybrids
Purple African daisy
Purple daisy-like flowers bring a cool accent to patio pots and mixed seasonal displays. Glossy green foliage keeps the plant attractive between flower flushes. African daisies often flower best in spring and fall, with blooming slowing during hot summer weather.
At a glance
- Sun
- Full sun
- Water
- Moist, well-drained soil
- Bloom
- Spring through fall; may pause in summer heat
- Life cycle
- Seasonal display; tolerates light frost
Sizes & prices
- 3.5"$5.99
Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.
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Resistance & tolerances
- Wet soil
- Avoid waterlogged soil and standing water.
Seasonal interest
- Bloom season
- Often strongest in spring and fall; flowering may slow in summer heat.
Growing & care
- Soil & drainage
- Use freely draining garden soil or a container with drainage holes.
- Pruning
- Remove spent flowers and damaged growth; avoid waterlogged compost.
- Size & habit
- Compact Margarita types reach about 10–14 in. tall; other types may reach 15–24 in.
Sources & photo credits
University of Illinois Extension
Photo: Proven Winners · Retail promotion with attribution
Size & selection: African-daisy selections differ: Costa’s compact Margarita example is about 10–14 in. tall, while its general range is 15–24 in. These are reference examples, not a fixed height for an unnamed color or basket selection.
Reviewed September 22, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.