Gerbera
Gerbera jamesonii · Family Asteraceae
Also known as: gerbera daisy, barberton daisy, transvaal daisy
- Light
- Bright indirect to full sun
- Watering
- Every 4 days
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Pet-safe
- Yes
Care
Where to put it
A bright windowsill or sunny conservatory.
Light
Bright light with some direct sun, but shade it from scorching midday rays.
Watering
Water when the top of the compost is dry, avoiding the crown.
About the plant
It has large, cheerful, daisy-like flowers in vibrant colours. It is one of the best-selling cut flowers in the world. In a pot it flowers well with plenty of light and careful watering.
Origin
Native to South Africa, in sunny grasslands and on slopes.
What it likes
- Lots of light and morning sun
- Free-draining, slightly moist compost
- Watering without wetting the crown
What it dislikes
- Soggy compost
- Water in the centre of the plant
- Shade
Did you know?
Each 'flower' is actually a flower head made up of hundreds of tiny florets.
