Osteospermum ecklonis SEÑORITAS® Amalia
Osteospermum ecklonis SEÑORITAS® Amalia (Cape Marguerite)
Osteospermum ecklonis SEÑORITAS® Amalia (Cape Marguerite)
Exposure
- Sun
Rusticity
Bloom time
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- Requires little watering
- Very floriferous
- Sun lover
- Looks like a daisy
- Grown in containers or in the ground
Bring a touch of warmth and originality to your arrangements with the Osteospermum ecklonis 'Amalia' from the SEÑORITAS® series! This unique Cape Daisy catches the eye with its vibrant flower heads featuring orange petals and a contrasting centre in shades of lilac or purple. Known for its naturally compact habit and excellent flowering performance, 'Amalia' is perfect for adding a sophisticated and long-lasting touch of colour to your pots, window boxes, and flower beds all summer long.
Key features
- Unique colours: superb daisy flowers with orange petals and a distinctive lilac/purple centre.
- Compact habit: forms a neat, rounded clump, ideal for small spaces or the front of arrangements.
- High-performance series: from the Señoritas® series, known for vigour and mid-season floriferousness.
- Long blooming season: flowers generously throughout the summer season.
- Sun lover: performs best in full sun.
- Drought tolerance: can survive short periods of drought once established.
Growing tips
- Exposure: absolutely full sun. This is key for abundant flowering.
- Soil: very well-drained. Essential to prevent root rot. In pots, ensure there's a drainage hole and add a layer of clay pebbles or gravel at the bottom if desired.
- Watering: water only when the top layer of soil is dry to the touch. Avoid letting roots sit in water and don't wet the flowers when watering (pour water directly onto the soil).
- Fertilizing: a flowering plant fertilizer can be applied periodically during the summer to support blooming.
A warm accent for your pots and borders!
With its compact size and warm, unique colours, Osteospermum Señoritas® 'Amalia' is an excellent choice for bringing a special, vibrant touch to your container arrangements, window boxes, or the front of your sunny garden beds.
Plant details
Dimensions
Dimensions
Characteristics
Characteristics
Habit:
- Upright
Flowering colours:
- Orange
Plant needs
Plant needs
Watering:
- Allow to dry thoroughly between two waterings.
Maintenance:
- Remove faded flowers
Soil requirement:
- Well-drained soil
- Fresh
- Rich
Features
Features
Resistance:
Attract:
- Pollinators
Use:
- Arrangement
- Pot
- Flower bed
- Open ground
Attribute:
- Fast growing
- Cut flower

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