Overview
Osteospermum 'Snow Pixie' is a bushy perennial in the genus Osteospermum, part of the Asteraceae family, with evergreen foliage. Osteospermum 'Snow Pixie' grows best in full sun, and tolerates well-drained soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H3. Suggested uses include borders, containers and rock gardens. It is native to Western Australia.
About
Osteospermum 'Snow Pixie' (Snow Pixie African Daisy) is a perennial cultivar of the Osteospermum genus, known as daisybushes or African daisies within the sunflower family Asteraceae. This cultivar thrives in full sun and open exposure, preferring well-drained soil with moderate moisture. It is suitable for borders, containers, and rock gardens. Once established, it is drought tolerant. Regular deadheading of spent flowers encourages continuous blooming, and propagation is typically done by 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
- well-drained
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- moderate
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- open
- UK hardiness
- H3
Plant details
Osteospermum 'Snow Pixie' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Suggested uses
- borders, containers, rock gardens
- Native to
- Western Australia
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Osteospermum 'Snow Pixie'
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil and full sun; drought tolerant once established.
- Pruning
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.
- Propagation
- cuttings
- Pest resistance
- Aphids
- Disease resistance
- Downy mildews, Verticillium wilt
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Osteospermum 'Snow Pixie'?
Prefers well-drained soil and full sun; drought tolerant once established.
Where is the best place to plant Osteospermum 'Snow Pixie'?
Osteospermum 'Snow Pixie' prefers full sun. It suits open positions.
What soil does Osteospermum 'Snow Pixie' need?
Osteospermum 'Snow Pixie' grows best in well-drained soil. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moderate.
How do I prune Osteospermum 'Snow Pixie'?
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.
Is Osteospermum 'Snow Pixie' hardy in the UK?
Osteospermum 'Snow Pixie' 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 'Snow Pixie'?
Cuttings.