African Daisy - White - Osteospermum ecklonis - Pure white colour in a clean, minimalist style - Fresh Seeds

This white African daisy (Osteospermum ecklonis), also known as Osteospermum, is a striking annual that brings a crisp, elegant feel to garden spaces. It forms compact, dense clumps reaching around 30 cm tall, with large, snow-white flowers and a deep purple centre for a subtle, eye-catching contrast. Its clean look helps brighten beds and arrangements, adding lightness and a modern touch without losing that classic charm.

It grows well both in the ground and in containers. It suits borders, flower beds, rock gardens, and pots on a terrace or balcony. With a long flowering season from June to October, it keeps your display looking fresh through summer and into autumn. Each flower opening in the sun adds a natural glow that is hard to miss.

Sowing depth

Sow the seeds to a depth of about 1 cm. This helps protect them from drying out while still allowing quick, even germination.

Sowing under cover

For sowing under cover, the recommended period is from March to April. This gives young plants time to develop strong roots before they are moved to their final growing position, and it supports earlier and more abundant flowering.

Planting out

Move young plants to their final spot in May, once the risk of frost has passed. This plant does not like cold conditions, so it is best to wait until the soil and air have warmed up.

Spacing

Keep a spacing of 20 x 30 cm when planting. This gives each plant enough room to grow into neat, compact clumps and supports longer, fuller flowering.

Flowering period

Flowering runs from June to October, making it one of the longest flowering annual ornamentals. Regularly removing spent blooms encourages new buds, helping the plant stay attractive for most of the season.

Growing tips

African daisy grows best in full sun, and the more light it gets, the more it flowers. It prefers light, well-drained soil that stays moderately moist. Water regularly, especially during hot weather, but avoid overwatering. It also performs very well in pots and balcony boxes, and it pairs nicely with plants such as lobelias, pelargoniums, and verbenas for colourful mixed displays.

Why buy from GardenSeedsMarket?

When you choose white African daisy seeds from GardenSeedsMarket, you receive a top quality product. Each seed batch is carefully tested and packed to support good germination and healthy plant development. GardenSeedsMarket also offers fast, secure shipping and professional advice to help you choose the right plants for your space. It is a shop created by enthusiasts for people who want to enjoy the beauty of plants every day.

Pack content

Each pack contains 0.5 g of seeds. The packet includes guidance on how to grow the plants and the sow-by date.