Osteospermum Blue Eyed Beauty is not your regular African Daisy. Its known for its striking, daisy-like flowers that feature a unique blend of yellow petals and a vibrant blue center. This eye-catching contrast creates a stunning visual effect that draws the attention of garden visitors and pollinators alike. The Blue Eyed Beauty is a hardy variety, adaptable to various garden conditions and thriving in full sun. Its compact, bushy habit makes it perfect for borders, containers, or as an accent in mixed plantings.
It blooms from spring into the fall, providing continuous interest and colour throughout the warmer months. This Osteospermum variety is also relatively low-maintenance, requiring occasional deadheading to encourage new blooms and maintain its tidy appearance. Resistant to deer and drought and tolerant of poor soil conditions, Blue Eyed Beauty is an excellent choice for any garden. Attracts butterflies and beneficial insects.
This striking African Daisy with yellow petals and a vibrant blue center attracts butterflies and beneficial insects. Resistant to deer and drought, and tolerant of poor soil, it’s a great choice for borders, containers, or mixed plantings. It blooms from spring to fall, offering continuous colour with low maintenance needs, such as occasional deadheading.
| Bloom Time | Constant colour all summer until first hard frost. |
|---|---|
| Habit | Mounding |
| Height | 10-14 inches (25 - 36cm) |
| Width | 14 - 20 inches (36 - 51cm) |
| Companion Plant | Compatible with all Tried & True varieties, but pairs well with Calibrachoa Sweet Chimes Blackcurrant. |
| Watering | Keep soil moist, but allow it to dry slightly between watering. |
| Feeding | Fertilize regularly with balanced plant food. |
| Planting | Well-drained soil in full sun. |