Daybreak Trailing African Daisy Osticade

Daybreak Trailing African Daisy Osticade (Osteospermum ecklonis) is a breathtaking evergreen perennial designed specifically for cascading displays. Part of the specialized Osticade Series, this variety features a unique semi-trailing habit and large, color-shifting blooms that open in a warm peachy-salmon orange and gracefully fade to a glowing golden yellow.

Unlike traditional upright daisies, the Osticade series is bred to stay compact and tidy while spilling elegantly over the edges of containers and hanging baskets. These plants are exceptionally resilient, offering high tolerance to drought, deer, heat, and coastal conditions. Their well-branched growth ensures a dense mat of flowers that provide essential early-season nectar for butterflies and bees.

Why you’ll love it:

• Stunning "Daybreak" color: Blooms shift from peach-salmon to golden yellow
• Semi-trailing habit: The ideal choice for hanging baskets and rock wall "spillers"
• Early-season color: One of the first perennials to bloom in spring
• Tough and resilient: Naturally drought, deer, fire, and coast tolerant
• Compact and well-branched: Provides a full, lush look without becoming leggy

This 4-inch healthy live plant thrives in full sun and prefers moderate to dry, well-drained soil. With a height of 8–10 inches and a spread of 12–14 inches, it functions beautifully as a flowering ground cover or a container focal point. Hardy in USDA Zone 8, the Daybreak Trailing African Daisy brings a warm, sunset-inspired glow to any sunny garden space.