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Avalanche White Sun Daisy
Osteospermum x 'Avalanche' PP #22,705
Pronunciation: oss-tee-oh-SPUR-mum
SKU #07713
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when soil is dry to the touch.
SIZE:
Spreads to 8 to 12 in. tall and 10 to 15 in. wide.
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| Description | Huge, dazzling white flowers are held over glistening, evergreen foliage. Not just another white daisy, this selection is hardier, more disease resistant and vigorous than other selections, and it does not set seeds, meaning it blooms nearly non-stop! The flowers close at night, revealing a metallic reverse that shines in moonlight. Perfect for a rock garden, border or containers. A Plant Select® award winner. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring through summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Waterwise, Fast Growing |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Long Bloom Season, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging, Hanging Basket |
| Design Ideas | A spectacular addition to the sunny border or xeriscape. Excellent for massing at the edge of a border, and especially great in containers and window boxes. |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Heliotrope (Heliotropium); Lantana (Lantana); Fountain Grass (Pennisetum); Hibiscus (Hibiscus); Cordyline (Cordyline) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in most average soils, from gritty or sandy, to loam and clay, if well-drained. Water deeply at regular intervals during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Cut back by half before new growth begins in early spring. |
| History | This hybrid is a 2011 Plant Select® award recipient. This new variety originated from an Osteospermum jucundum (unpatented) and Osteospermum barberiae (unpatented) hybridization by breeder Panayoti Kelaidis of Denver, Colorado. |
| Lore | Plant Select® is a collaboration of Colorado State University, Denver Bonanic Gardens, and the green industry. Plant Select's goal is to create smart plant choices inspired by the Rocky Mountain Region, and are judged by criteria such as thriving in a broad range of conditions, remaining tough and resilient in challenging climates, flourishing with less water, resisting pests and disease, being non-invasive, habitat friendly and providing long lasting beauty. |
Details
| Description | Huge, dazzling white flowers are held over glistening, evergreen foliage. Not just another white daisy, this selection is hardier, more disease resistant and vigorous than other selections, and it does not set seeds, meaning it blooms nearly non-stop! The flowers close at night, revealing a metallic reverse that shines in moonlight. Perfect for a rock garden, border or containers. A Plant Select® award winner. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring through summer |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Evergreen |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Waterwise, Fast Growing |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Long Bloom Season, Repeat Flowering, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging, Hanging Basket |
|---|---|
| Design Ideas | A spectacular addition to the sunny border or xeriscape. Excellent for massing at the edge of a border, and especially great in containers and window boxes. |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Heliotrope (Heliotropium); Lantana (Lantana); Fountain Grass (Pennisetum); Hibiscus (Hibiscus); Cordyline (Cordyline) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in most average soils, from gritty or sandy, to loam and clay, if well-drained. Water deeply at regular intervals during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Cut back by half before new growth begins in early spring. |
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History
| History | This hybrid is a 2011 Plant Select® award recipient. This new variety originated from an Osteospermum jucundum (unpatented) and Osteospermum barberiae (unpatented) hybridization by breeder Panayoti Kelaidis of Denver, Colorado. |
|---|---|
| Lore | Plant Select® is a collaboration of Colorado State University, Denver Bonanic Gardens, and the green industry. Plant Select's goal is to create smart plant choices inspired by the Rocky Mountain Region, and are judged by criteria such as thriving in a broad range of conditions, remaining tough and resilient in challenging climates, flourishing with less water, resisting pests and disease, being non-invasive, habitat friendly and providing long lasting beauty. |
Frequently asked questions
Does Avalanche White Sun Daisy produce flowers?
Spring through summer
Is Avalanche White Sun Daisy evergreen or deciduous?
Avalanche White Sun Daisy is Evergreen.
What are the special features of Avalanche White Sun Daisy?
Avalanche White Sun Daisy is Easy Care, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Waterwise, Fast Growing.
How fast does Avalanche White Sun Daisy grow?
Avalanche White Sun Daisy has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Avalanche White Sun Daisy in my landscape?
Avalanche White Sun Daisy is suitable for: Border, Container, Ground Cover, Edging, Hanging Basket.
How can I use Avalanche White Sun Daisy in my garden design?
A spectacular addition to the sunny border or xeriscape. Excellent for massing at the edge of a border, and especially great in containers and window boxes.
What color are Avalanche White Sun Daisy flowers?
Avalanche White Sun Daisy produces White flowers.
What color is the foliage of Avalanche White Sun Daisy?
Avalanche White Sun Daisy has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Avalanche White Sun Daisy?
Good companion plants for Avalanche White Sun Daisy include: Heliotrope (Heliotropium); Lantana (Lantana); Fountain Grass (Pennisetum); Hibiscus (Hibiscus); Cordyline (Cordyline).
How do I care for Avalanche White Sun Daisy?
Thrives in most average soils, from gritty or sandy, to loam and clay, if well-drained. Water deeply at regular intervals during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system; reduce frequency once established. Cut back by half before new growth begins in early spring.
What is the history of Avalanche White Sun Daisy?
This hybrid is a 2011 Plant Select® award recipient. This new variety originated from an Osteospermum jucundum (unpatented) and Osteospermum barberiae (unpatented) hybridization by breeder Panayoti Kelaidis of Denver, Colorado.
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