Overview
Osteospermum 'Gold Sparkler' (v) is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Osteospermum, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Osteospermum 'Gold Sparkler' (v) grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, coastal, gravel garden, patio and container plants and flower borders and beds.
About
Osteospermum 'Gold Sparkler' is a bushy, herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Osteospermum genus, known for its aromatic, evergreen foliage and daisy-like blooms. This cultivar thrives in full sun on south or west-facing, sheltered sites with well-drained soil types including chalk, loam, and sand, across a range of pH levels. Hardy to UK zone H3, it is suitable for various garden settings such as city courtyards, coastal areas, gravel gardens, patios, and flower borders. Planting is best done after the last frost in fertile soil, with propagation possible via softwood or semi-hardwood cuttings.
About the genus
Osteospermum, is a genus of flowering plants belonging to the Calenduleae, one of the smaller tribes of the sunflower/daisy family Asteraceae. They are known as the daisybushes or African daisies. Its species have been given several common names, including African daisy, South African daisy, Cape daisy and blue-eyed daisy.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Osteospermum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Osteospermum 'Gold Sparkler' (v) size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Coastal, Gravel garden, Patio and container plants, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Osteospermum 'Gold Sparkler' (v)
- Propagation
- Softwood cuttings in late spring, Semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer
- Pest resistance
- Aphids
- Disease resistance
- Downy mildews, Verticillium wilt
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Osteospermum 'Gold Sparkler' (v)?
Osteospermum 'Gold Sparkler' (v) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Osteospermum 'Gold Sparkler' (v) need?
Osteospermum 'Gold Sparkler' (v) is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Osteospermum 'Gold Sparkler' (v) hardy in the UK?
Osteospermum 'Gold Sparkler' (v) has an RHS hardiness rating of H3, meaning it is half-hardy, tolerating -5 to 1°C, and may need winter protection in colder areas.
How do I propagate Osteospermum 'Gold Sparkler' (v)?
Softwood cuttings in late spring, Semi-hardwood cuttings in late summer.
More in the Osteospermum genus
- Osteospermum jucundum 'Compactum'African Daisy
- Osteospermum 'Lusaka' (Cape Daisy Series)
- Osteospermum 'Sunny Cambria' (Sunny Series)
- Osteospermum 'Sunny Martha' (Sunny Series)