Osteospermum Serenity White African Daisy
Best low-maintenance choice for gardeners seeking deer-resistant, long-blooming floral displays.
The Serenity White African Daisy offers a stunning display of white daisy-like flowers with captivating steel blue centers, blooming vibrantly from early summer to mid-fall. This herbaceous perennial forms an attractive mounded shape, perfect for various garden settings. Its spiny, green foliage remains lush throughout the season. Highly tolerant of urban pollution and resistant to deer, this plant thrives in full sun and prefers moderate moisture. It's an excellent choice for adding long-lasting color and low-maintenance beauty to your landscape or containers.
$10.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
837
/ 3083
#837 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-60%
Below average
Mature Height
14
/ inches
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking long-lasting seasonal color
- Designers wanting a clean, high-contrast aesthetic
- Eco-conscious homeowners prioritizing water-wise landscaping
Who should skip it
- Gardeners in regions with harsh winter climates
- Residents in areas with extreme, unrelenting summer heat
- Beginners who struggle with consistent soil moisture management
Performance breakdown
Bloom Longevity
Consistent flowering from early summer through fall provides reliable seasonal color.
Maintenance Effort
Low-maintenance growth habit makes this an ideal choice for busy gardeners.
Pest Resistance
Natural deer resistance protects your landscape investment from common garden visitors.
Urban Adaptability
High tolerance for pollution ensures success in city and suburban environments.
Visual Impact
Striking steel blue centers create a sophisticated contrast against white petals.
Growth Versatility
Compact mounded shape works equally well in containers or garden beds.
Key Specs
Mature Height
14 inches
Mature Width
15 inches
Growth Rate
Fast
Care Level
Easy
Watering Frequency
Moderate
Plant Type
Flowering Plant
Growth Habit
Bushy
Flowering Season
Summer, Fall
Features
- Draped in stunning white daisy flowers with steel blue eyes
- Flowers are excellent for cutting
- Spiny narrow leaves remain green
- Highly tolerant of urban pollution
- Deer resistant
- Blooms from early summer to mid fall
- Easy care level
- Thrives in full sun
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality and vigor of the Serenity White African Daisy. Reviewers frequently note that the plants purchased from Armstrong Garden Centers are robust, healthy, and establish quickly in the garden. The reliability of the continuous, bright white blooms throughout the season is a major highlight, offering significant visual impact with minimal maintenance. This dependable performance makes the daisy a highly valued addition for gardeners seeking easy elegance and lasting color.
Know before you buy
This plant requires full, direct sun to maintain its vibrant blooms and bushy growth habit. For the best results, place it in a location that receives at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily.
Yes, its compact, mounded shape makes it an excellent candidate for containers and window boxes. Ensure your pot has adequate drainage to maintain the moderate moisture levels it prefers.
These plants prefer moderate moisture. Check the soil regularly and water when the top inch feels dry, ensuring the soil stays consistently moist but not waterlogged.
The Serenity White African Daisy is deer resistant, making it a reliable choice for gardens where wildlife pressure is a concern. While it is generally avoided by deer, no plant is entirely deer-proof if food sources are scarce.
Absolutely. The white daisy-like flowers are excellent for cutting and hold up well in floral arrangements, allowing you to bring their beauty indoors.
At maturity, this plant typically reaches a height of 14 inches and a width of 15 inches. Its fast growth rate means it will fill out its space relatively quickly during the growing season.
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