{"product_id":"w-h-perron-osteospermum-akila-daisy-white","title":"Osteospermum 'Akila Daisy White'","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"279\" data-end=\"381\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"283\" data-end=\"381\"\u003eOsteospermum 'Akila Daisy White' (Osteospermum ecklonis), offered by the seed company WH Perron\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"383\" data-end=\"959\"\u003eOsteospermum 'Akila Daisy White' is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"434\" data-end=\"486\"\u003efloriferous, compact, and high-performing annual\u003c\/strong\u003e variety, renowned for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"506\" data-end=\"552\"\u003ebright white flowers with yellow centers\u003c\/strong\u003e that bloom continuously from June to October. A \u003cstrong data-start=\"613\" data-end=\"644\"\u003e2014 All-America Selections\u003c\/strong\u003e winner, it is distinguished by its \u003cstrong data-start=\"669\" data-end=\"692\"\u003eextended flowering period\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-start=\"697\" data-end=\"718\"\u003eexcellent uniformity\u003c\/strong\u003e , and \u003cstrong data-start=\"725\" data-end=\"764\"\u003esuperior drought tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e compared to other osteospermums. Its neat and well-structured habit makes it an excellent choice for formal borders, modern landscaping, and high-density plantings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"961\" data-end=\"1219\"\u003eFrom the \u003cstrong data-start=\"978\" data-end=\"991\"\u003eAkila® F1\u003c\/strong\u003e series, this osteospermum offers consistent growth, excellent stability in the garden, and ease of cultivation. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1108\" data-end=\"1138\"\u003eReliable, elegant, and long-lasting\u003c\/strong\u003e , it is suitable for both novice gardeners and more demanding landscaping projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1600\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1221\" data-end=\"1236\"\u003eLatin name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Osteospermum ecklonis\u003cbr data-start=\"1258\" data-end=\"1261\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1261\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003eMaturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual\u003cbr data-start=\"1284\" data-end=\"1287\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1298\"\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Akila® F1\u003cbr data-start=\"1308\" data-end=\"1311\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1311\" data-end=\"1337\"\u003eMaturity after sowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 14 to 16 weeks\u003cbr data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1357\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1357\" data-end=\"1379\"\u003ePlant height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25 to 40 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1390\" data-end=\"1393\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1393\" data-end=\"1408\"\u003eSpread:\u003c\/strong\u003e 35 to 50 cm\u003cbr data-start=\"1419\" data-end=\"1422\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1446\"\u003eFlower color:\u003c\/strong\u003e White with a yellow center\u003cbr data-start=\"1465\" data-end=\"1468\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e June to October \u003cbr data-start=\"1498\" data-end=\"1501\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1526\"\u003eQuantity per packet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 10 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1549\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1549\" data-end=\"1566\"\u003eFormulation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Naked\u003cbr data-start=\"1570\" data-end=\"1573\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1573\" data-end=\"1584\"\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flower beds\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1621\"\u003e Farming method\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1623\" data-end=\"2140\"\u003e Sow indoors \u003cstrong data-start=\"1643\" data-end=\"1686\"\u003eapproximately 6 weeks before the last frost\u003c\/strong\u003e , in a light, well-draining, porous seed-starting mix. Maintain a temperature of around \u003cstrong data-start=\"1781\" data-end=\"1790\"\u003e20°C (68°F)\u003c\/strong\u003e and provide \u003cstrong data-start=\"1798\" data-end=\"1838\"\u003eas much light as possible\u003c\/strong\u003e to ensure compact and vigorous seedlings. Germination usually occurs in \u003cstrong data-start=\"1926\" data-end=\"1942\"\u003e7 to 10 days\u003c\/strong\u003e . It is recommended to lightly cover the seeds with \u003cstrong data-start=\"2002\" data-end=\"2027\"\u003ecoarse vermiculite\u003c\/strong\u003e , which helps maintain consistent moisture around the seed and improves germination rates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2142\" data-end=\"2330\"\u003eThe substrate should remain \u003cstrong data-start=\"2166\" data-end=\"2187\"\u003eslightly moist\u003c\/strong\u003e , without being waterlogged or completely dry. Careful watering at this stage promotes uniform germination and robust seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2332\" data-end=\"2374\"\u003e Growing and transplanting tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2376\" data-end=\"2964\"\u003eWhen transplanting, prepare the soil to a depth of about \u003cstrong data-start=\"2449\" data-end=\"2458\"\u003e30 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e by incorporating potting soil or organic matter. Carefully remove the plant from its pot, gently loosen the roots if the root ball is dense, then place it in a hole wide enough to allow for good root spread. Adding \u003cstrong data-start=\"2730\" data-end=\"2768\"\u003ebone meal or a soil activator\u003c\/strong\u003e at planting time promotes rapid root development. 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