Annual
African Daisy
Osteospermum ecklonis
Varieties We Carry
4D Sunburst YellowOsteospermum ecklonis4D Violet IceOsteospermum ecklonisBesties Devoted PurpleOsteospermum ecklonis
Sizes & Pricing
1 galFrom$6.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 9.
LightFull Sun
WaterModerate
Mature size12-18 inches × 12-18 inches
About African Daisy
African Daisy (Osteospermum ecklonis) is a South African native producing an abundance of daisy-like blooms in white, purple, pink, and yellow. In NE Florida it is grown as a cool-season annual, performing best from fall through spring; it declines when summer heat and humidity arrive. An excellent choice for borders and containers during Florida's mild winters. Starting at $6.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Fall, Winter
- Flower Color
- White, Yellow, Pink, Purple
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Annual
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season.
Active growing season.
Bloom season. Ideal planting window.
Bloom season. Retains foliage through winter.
Care essentials
Light
African daisy requires full sun (6+ hours daily) for best flowering; in NE Florida it is planted as a cool-season annual in fall through spring when temperatures are mild, as it declines in the intense summer heat.
Water
Water moderately and consistently, keeping soil evenly moist but never waterlogged; excellent drainage is essential as this plant is prone to crown and root rot in Florida's humid conditions. Avoid overhead watering.
Soil & Fertilizer
Plant in well-drained sandy or loamy soil amended with compost. In NE Florida, treat as a cool-season annual — plant in October or November, fertilize with a balanced slow-release fertilizer at planting, and deadhead regularly to extend bloom through spring.
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Common questions
Is African Daisy a good plant for St. Augustine?
African Daisy is a annual for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 12-18 inches × 12-18 inches.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.