PURPLE MOUNTAIN® sun daisy
Osteospermum barberae var. compactum 'P005S'
Bright purple daisies completely cover the trim mat of rich green leaves from late April to midsummer. With deadheading, it blooms sparingly until frost. A dazzling wild flower from the summits of the Drakensberg Mountains in South Africa. Perennial.
Tips from the pros: Not well suited to areas that are frequently irrigated, in poorly drained soils, and in soils highly amended with organic materials. Deadhead spent flowers periodically to keep plants attractive.
Tips from the pros: Not well suited to areas that are frequently irrigated, in poorly drained soils, and in soils highly amended with organic materials. Deadhead spent flowers periodically to keep plants attractive.
| Plant Type | Perennial |
| Height | 12-14 inches |
| Width | 12-14 inches |
| Flowering Season | April to midsummer |
| Flower Color | Purple |
| Sun | Sun, Part Sun |
| Water Needs | Moderate to dry |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | Zones 4b-9 |
| Soil Type | Clay, Loam, Sandy |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Good for Pollination | Yes |
| Winter Interest | No |
| North American Native | No |
| Year Introduced | 1998 |
| Annual Commercial Maintenance | Hand trim back dead stems in spring. |
| 5-10 Year Commercial Maintenance | Follow annual maintenance. This can be a long lived perennial if growing conditions are correct. |
| Elevation Guide | Up to 8150 ft |
