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Lemon Symphony
Osteospermum hybrid
Osteospermum

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Osteeospurm-m-mum. Sheesh. I wonder who came up with that one. “Osteo” or “African Daisy” is much more “me.” In case you didn’t know, Symphony Osteos are among the most popular Proven Winners in the world. It’s easy to spot a Symphony. We’re the ones with the amazing sapphire blue eyes (centers). Just like that actress what’s-her-name. Let’s see. I bloom nonstop from early spring through fall, and my new flowers quickly cover old ones so you never have to deadhead. I’m Annual except in zones 9 – 11, and do best in full to part sun (heat doesn’t bother me a bit). Since I grow between 8 and 12 inches tall, there’s room for me even in small spaces.

Besides me, there are four other colors: Melon, Orange, Peach and Vanilla. But Lemon is best. My petals are a clear, soft yellow without the slightest bit of brassiness. I’m a spiller, too. I spill over the sides of hanging baskets, window boxes, etc. It drove my mother plant crazy.

Plant Details

Growing Tips
Deadheading not necessary for continuous bloom. Plants will "bury their dead" (new flowers will quickly cover old flowers) so no deadheading necessary. Symphony Osteospermum do not like having wet feet and will react badly to constantly wet soil. Be sure to allow soil in containers to get dry on top before watering and only plant Symphony in ground beds with good drainage. While it shouldn’t be necessary you can trim your plants with a sharp pair of scissors or pruning shears at any time.

A yearly application of fertilizer or compost on garden beds and regular fertilization of plants in pots will help ensure the best possible performance.

Exposure
Plant in sun or partial shade

Height
8-14"

Spacing
12-14"

Hardy Temp
25°F (-4°C)

Uses
Use in hanging baskets, window boxes, landscaping and combination planters

Features
Daisy flowers all season; excellent early spring and fall plant; low maintenance

Awards Won
2009 - February Plant of the Month
  -Dallas Arboretum
2006 - Top Performer
  -Michigan State University
2005 - Leader of the Pack Early Season
  -North Carolina State, JC Raulston Arboretum
2005 - Way Hot 100
  -Garden Design
2004 - Excellent Rating
  -Massachusetts Horticultural Society at Elm Bank
2004 - Top 5 Consumer Evaluations
  -Ohio State University Osteospermum Trial
2004 - Top Performers
  -Ohio State University Osteospermum Trial
2003 - 4 or Better Rating
  -Ohio State University - Columbus

Legal Details

Lemon Symphony 'Seikilrem' US PP13,407

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