Overview
Osteospermum jucundum 'Compactum' is a perennial in the genus Osteospermum, part of the Asteraceae family. Osteospermum jucundum 'Compactum' grows best in full sun, and tolerates well-drained soils. It is native to Lesotho and Southern Africa.
About
Osteospermum jucundum 'Compactum' is a perennial in the Asteraceae that produces flowers from June to October. It originates from Lesotho and Southern Africa. The plant performs best in full sun in well-drained soil with moderate moisture. Place it where summer and early-autumn blooms are visible from seating areas or pathways.
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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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In the garden
Osteospermum jucundum 'Compactum' is a perennial daisy relative native to Lesotho and other parts of Southern Africa. Its season of interest runs from June to October, offering an extended period of flowering through summer into autumn. That seasonal span is useful where you want sustained colour rather than a short-flowering specimen. Give this plant a sunny, sheltered site and a free-draining soil; it needs full sun and will not tolerate waterlogged conditions. Aim for a compost with good drainage and water to maintain moderate moisture rather than constant wetness. In pots use a loam-based potting mix with added grit beneath the surface layer to help drainage and position containers where they receive direct sun. In the UK it suits the front of a sunny border, a south- or west-facing patio, or a sunny gravel bed where drainage is reliable. Combine with other sun-loving perennials that prefer moderate moisture to avoid overwatering. For best visual impact place plants where the June–October flowering is easily seen from seating areas so the length of the floral display is put to practical use.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Osteospermum
- Sunlight
- full sun
- Soil type
- well-drained
- Soil moisture
- moderate
Plant details
Osteospermum jucundum 'Compactum' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Native to
- Lesotho, Southern Africa
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Osteospermum jucundum 'Compactum'?
Osteospermum jucundum 'Compactum' prefers full sun.
What soil does Osteospermum jucundum 'Compactum' need?
Osteospermum jucundum 'Compactum' grows best in well-drained soil. Aim for soil that stays moderate.
More in the Osteospermum genus
- Osteospermum 'Gold Sparkler' (v)
- Osteospermum 'Lusaka' (Cape Daisy Series)
- Osteospermum 'Sunny Cambria' (Sunny Series)
- Osteospermum 'Sunny Martha' (Sunny Series)