I just bought a Osteospermum Sunshine Beauty. I noticed one flower is curling under. I can’t find anything on this. Just wondering if it’s an issue or of it will staighten out eventually
Hi cnejelski, is it the leaves that are curling over or the flower? Perhaps you can share a picture or two? Usually leaves curling over is either aphids or fungus. If aphids usually they stay green, if fungus they start turning yellow, brown and whatnot. If the flower buds are drooping down, maybe there’s either a lack or excess of water?
Osteospermum is a magnificent perennial with flowers that are just as remarkable. A summary of Osteospermum facts Name – Osteospermum Family – Asteraceae Type – flower, perennial Height – 8 to 24 inches (20 to 60 cm) Exposure – full sun Soil – well-drained, loaded with humus Foliage – evergreen Flowering – May…
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