Osteospermum 'Cannington Roy'

Description and Characteristics

Osteospermum 'Cannington Roy' is a beautiful, robust perennial African daisy, known for its long flowering season, unique flower colour, and ability to thrive in hot, sunny garden conditions. This cultivar stands out with its lavender-pink to pale mauve petals that fade gently to white at the tips, encircling a contrasting deep blue or purple eye—a striking and elegant colour combination.

The plant has a naturally mounding, bushy habit, typically reaching around 30–45 cm in height and spreading to 40–60 cm. It forms a dense carpet of mid-green foliage, over which a succession of daisy-like blooms appears from late spring through early autumn.

Osteospermum 'Cannington Roy' is often grown as a tender perennial or summer bedding plant in cooler regions, but in mild areas, it can overwinter in well-drained soil or be grown in containers and brought under protection. It’s perfect for pots, borders, raised beds, and gravel gardens, especially when a long-lasting splash of colour is needed.

• Soft lavender-pink flowers with blue centres and pale tips

• Flowering period: May to October

• Height: 30–45 cm; Spread: 40–60 cm

• Naturally compact and bushy habit

• Excellent for containers, sunny borders, and wildlife-friendly displays

• Attracts bees, butterflies, and hoverflies

Growing Conditions and Maintenance

Osteospermum 'Cannington Roy' thrives in sunny, free-draining locations, requiring little more than regular watering and light pruning to maintain its shape and flower production. It performs well in both garden beds and containers.

• Light Requirements:

  • Requires full sun for best flowering and compact growth

  • Flowers may partially close in shade or cloudy weather

• Soil Preferences:

  • Prefers light, well-drained soil enriched with compost

  • Suitable for sandy or loamy soil types; dislikes heavy, wet soils

  • Neutral to slightly acidic pH preferred

• Watering Needs:

  • Water regularly during dry spells, especially in containers

  • Allow surface soil to dry slightly between waterings

  • Avoid overwatering to prevent root rot

• Feeding:

  • Feed with a balanced liquid fertiliser every 2–3 weeks during growing season

  • In beds, mix in slow-release fertiliser at planting time

• Deadheading and Pruning:

  • Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage continued flowering

  • Lightly trim straggly stems mid-season to promote bushier growth

  • Cut back to base in late autumn or early spring, depending on overwintering method

• Winter Care:

  • Half-hardy: tolerates light frost but not prolonged freezing (RHS H3–H4)

  • In mild areas, may survive winter in sheltered, well-drained borders

  • In colder climates, grow in pots and bring into a frost-free greenhouse or conservatory

Garden Uses, Companion Plants, and Pollinator Benefits

Osteospermum 'Cannington Roy' adds long-season colour and elegant contrast to sunny garden spaces, especially in coastal, Mediterranean, or urban schemes. It performs beautifully as both a standalone feature or part of a mixed display.

• Design Applications:

  • Ideal for sunny borders, raised beds, patio containers, and rock gardens

  • Works well as a front-of-border plant or to soften edges in mixed schemes

  • Suits gravel gardens and low-maintenance sunny plots

• Companion Plants:

  • Pairs well with Lavandula, Erigeron, Nemesia, Salvia greggii, Felicia, and Scabiosa

  • Contrasts beautifully with silver-leaved plants like Artemisia or Stachys

  • Blends nicely with succulents and ornamental grasses

• Pollinator Benefits:

  • Open, daisy-like flowers attract bees, butterflies, and hoverflies

  • Provides extended forage throughout the summer

  • Useful in wildlife-friendly gardens and biodiversity corridors

• Container Use:

  • Performs brilliantly in terracotta pots, troughs, and hanging planters

  • Use peat-free, free-draining compost with added grit

  • Rotate containers for even exposure and deadhead for consistent flowering

• Pest and Disease Resistance:

  • Generally pest- and disease-resistant

  • Watch for aphids, whiteflies, or occasional mildew—treat early if needed

  • Ensure good airflow and avoid overhead watering to reduce risk

• Size
  2L

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