Osteospermum Akila Grand Canyon is a beautiful daisy family bloom. The flower has become more popular because its shimmering and radiant colors of orange, yellow, and red are also the colors of the Grand Canyon. The flower is much sought after by gardeners as it is very easy to grow and provides a sparkling bright appearance to landscapes and gardens.

This flower thrives in full sun. Select a bed that receives six or more hours of sun per day. Plant in rich, well-draining soil. If the soil is heavy and water-retentive, mix in some sand or compost to promote drainage.

Set out seed or seedlings 12 inches on center. Water slightly at planting time to settle the soil. In container growing, use a pot with holes in it to avoid standing water.

Number of Seeds	8-10
Sowing month	Aug to Jan
Sowing temperature	20-35C
Blooming month	Dec to April
Sun	Full

Water regularly but never too much. Water sparingly and allow the soil to dry out between watering. Roots can rot with overwatering.

Fertilize the plant every month using balanced flower food in order to ensure the health of the plant. Dead flowers must be removed in order to stimulate the plant into producing more blooms.

It’s heat-tolerant, yet too much heat will prevent it from flowering. Give some shading at midday in extremely hot weather.

Osteospermum Akila Grand Canyon flowers in spring and throughout autumn. Night flowering closure and day flowering opening. Tidy plant to promote further flowering when cut back regularly.

In order to have potted flowers where the winter weather is severe, take pots inside before the first frost. As well cared for as an annual, when warm weather, it survives as a perennial plant.

It is perfect to apply as bedding, bordering, and potting. It can be used by bees and butterflies that lag behind the pollination process. Colors add energy to the gardens and make them lovely. Petchoa grows in the same weather condition

Lastly, Osteospermum Akila Grand Canyon is a lovely and uncomplicated flower that can bring a touch of elegance to any garden. With proper care, it blooms with gorgeous flowers all summer long. Whether planted in the garden or in a container, this is an excellent flower for anyone who loves flowers.