GERBERA IN VARIETIES

Overview and Key Characteristics

Gerbera is a striking genus of flowering plants in the Asteraceae (daisy) family, prized for its large, bright, daisy-like blooms and bold colours. Native to South Africa and Asia, Gerberas are widely cultivated in a variety of colours including red, pink, orange, yellow, white, and bi-colours. They are available in several forms such as standard, mini, and spider-flowered types.

Gerberas are typically grown as annual bedding plants, short-lived perennials, or indoor flowering houseplants, depending on the variety and climate. Newer hardy varieties can even overwinter outdoors in milder regions.

• Botanical Name: Gerbera jamesonii and hybrids

• Common Name: Gerbera Daisy

• Plant Type: Tender perennial (often grown as annual)

• Family: Asteraceae

• Height & Spread: 25–45 cm tall × 25–35 cm wide

• Flowers: Large daisy-like blooms, 7–12 cm wide

• Foliage: Bright green, lobed or lance-shaped leaves

• Flowering Time: Late spring to autumn (May–October)

• Growth Habit: Upright and clump-forming

• Hardiness: Half-hardy (H2–H3), some hardy types available

Light, Soil, and Positioning

Light Requirements

• Full sun is ideal outdoors for strong flowering

• In very hot climates, light afternoon shade helps prolong blooms

• Indoors: Place in a bright south- or west-facing window

Soil Conditions

• Prefers well-drained, fertile soil

• Avoid heavy or soggy soil—drainage is essential to prevent root rot

• Use a light compost-based mix for container-grown Gerberas

• Soil pH should be slightly acidic to neutral (pH 5.5–6.5)

Watering, Feeding, and Maintenance

Watering

• Keep soil evenly moist but never soggy

• Water at the base to avoid wetting foliage and crown

• Allow the top inch of soil to dry between watering

• Indoors, use a pot with drainage holes to prevent standing water

Feeding

• Feed every 2–3 weeks during the growing season with a balanced liquid fertiliser

• For better blooming, use a fertiliser with higher phosphorus content (e.g., 10-30-20)

• Reduce feeding in winter for indoor plants

General Care

• Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage continuous flowering

• Remove yellow or dying leaves to prevent fungal issues

• Mulch lightly outdoors to retain soil moisture (but keep mulch away from crown)

Seasonal Tips and Overwintering

• In mild climates (zones 9–11), Gerberas may overwinter outdoors if protected

• In colder climates, treat as annuals or bring pots indoors before first frost

• Indoors in winter: Place in a cool room (10–15°C) with indirect light and reduce watering

Landscaping and Display Ideas

Gerbera varieties work beautifully in many settings, offering long-lasting blooms and a cheerful aesthetic.

Ideal Uses

• Containers and patio pots

• Bedding schemes with summer annuals

• Cut flower gardens – excellent vase life

• Indoor décor as potted flowering plants

• Pollinator-friendly borders

Great Companions

• Petunias, Verbena, Osteospermum, or Calibrachoa in containers

• Salvia, Coreopsis, or Cosmos in mixed sunny borders

• Use with foliage plants like Heuchera or Dusty Miller for texture contrast

Key Benefits and Selling Points

• Vibrant colour range across many seasonal schemes

• Long flowering season, especially with regular deadheading

• Compact and perfect for small gardens or urban containers

• Excellent cut flowers with a vase life of 7–14 days

• Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies

• Low maintenance if grown in the right conditions

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Live Plant delivery charges are not calculated on weight but on the space required per package to ensure safe delivery, so delivery charges may vary as some plants require more space than others when packed.
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