They are in hanging baskets in my porch, I am sure they get a lot of sun and I water them ever other day. The leaves and steams are green and there are a lot of buds, but when one opens it weathers quickly,( like with in the week.) what is going on?
My african daisies are not blooming, what is the problem?
African daisies (Osteospermum) are sun loving that bloom in summer time. It could be that it gets very cold in the evenings and early mornings which could very well cause the flowers to wilt. These plants do best on the ground with mulch around them. Wait until the the weather warms up and you might just see beautiful blooms again; make sure you deadhead the flowers each time you see one wilt. Water well weekly and apply fertilizer in the springtime.
Reply:Maybe cuz they can only bloom in Africa.
Reply:Are you fertilizing them? Also, water with warm water so as to not shock the plants. Daisies like rich, well drained soil and full sunshine. But they are a hardy and forgiving plant. They will readily tolerate poorer soils and partial shade. They need little attention during the year. Blooming period: April-August.
A little general purpose fertilizer in the early growth stage will help the plants to develop big and strong stalks and leaves. Just before blooming, provide a fertilizer high in Phosphorous to help promote big, bright blooms. Keep the plant deadheaded to encourage new blooms. Performs best in a climate with low humidity.
I hope this helps! Ignore the clowns above and below me.
Reply:huh the fact that they are african? they are doing one thing thats right and thats hanging so keep up the good work and as soon as you get the bud you gotta smoke it up.
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