Are you dreaming of a garden that explodes with vibrant, daisy-like flowers from spring until the first frost? A landscape so full of color it stops neighbors in their tracks? If so, you’ve probably been captivated by the cheerful faces of African daisies (Osteospermum). But in the unique climate of USDA Zone 8b, with its…
Are you dreaming of a garden bursting with cheerful, colorful flowers but worried about our Southern California sun and precious water resources? It can be a real challenge finding plants that not only survive but truly thrive in our unique climate. I hear you. Many gardeners in San Diego feel the same way. You want…
Have you ever stood in a garden center, surrounded by cheerful, sun-like flowers, and felt a little overwhelmed? You see a vibrant pot of electric purple blooms labeled “African Daisy” right next to a classic, crisp white “Shasta Daisy.” They both look like daisies, but you have a feeling there’s more to the story. You’re…
Let’s be honest: gardening in the desert can feel like a challenge. You want a yard bursting with color, but the scorching sun and precious water resources can make that dream feel out of reach. Sound familiar? Well, I’m here to let you in on a little secret that Arizona gardeners have come to love….
Have you ever stood in a garden center, admiring two gorgeous, daisy-like flowers, and felt a little bit stumped? On one side, you have a riot of vibrant, almost metallic colors. On the other, a classic, cheerful spray of pure white and sunny yellow. They both look like daisies, but you know they’re different. You’re…
There’s nothing quite like the vibrant, cheerful faces of African daisies (Osteospermum) in a garden. But what happens when those bright flowers start to droop, and the leaves turn a sad shade of yellow? You might think they need more water, but ironically, that could be the very thing causing the problem. It’s a gut-wrenching…
Have you ever stood in a garden center, absolutely captivated by the vibrant, almost electric colors of African daisies? I know I have. Their cheerful faces can brighten any container or garden bed. But then, a little voice in the back of your mind whispers, “Will these beauties even survive the winter in my garden?”…
Have you ever seen a flower that seems to stare right back at you? One with such a vibrant, unexpected color that it stops you in your tracks? If you’ve stumbled upon the Blue Disc African Daisy, you know exactly what I’m talking about. That mesmerizing, electric blue center surrounded by pristine white petals is…
There’s a special kind of garden heartbreak that happens when you see your once-vibrant, cheerful African daisies begin to wilt. One day they’re a riot of color, and the next, they’re drooping, yellowing, and looking utterly defeated. It’s a frustrating sight for any gardener, beginner or seasoned pro. But please, don’t reach for the trowel…