Barberton Daisy

Barberton Daisy Care

Gerbera jamesonii

What is the plant

Plant lovers would usually call this plant "one of the most beautiful flowers!" And they would be right – this bright and elegant flower graces any garden (or home) with its captivating beauty.

Barberton Daisy, aka Gerbera, originates from South Africa, though you can find it in tropical regions of Asia as well. In areas with cooler climates, it can be grown indoors and outdoors.

The average length of the stem is 6 inches (15 cm). Probably, a lot of people know this plant because of its flowers. The flower head is 3-4 inches (7-10 cm) wide. It has many soft velvet petals. The blooming period lasts for 4-6 weeks.

Barberton Daisy is not toxic for cats and dogs.

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Humidity

High

Lighting

Full Sun

Temperature

7°C - 24°C

Hardiness zone

8 - 10

Difficulty

Easy

Hibernation

Cold Period

How to Care for the Plant

Water
This plant is huge water-lover! Try to keep the soil moist all the time. To check the humidity level, you may want to poke your finger into the substrate every couple of days or so. When the surface of the soil is dry, give your plant a drink.
Pruning
As soon as flowers fade, remove them. It encourages the bloom. Also, make sure that the crown (where the buds form) gets enough sunlight. If needed, prune away excess foliage.
Fertilizer
Feed your plant with a liquid fertilizer every two weeks during the blooming season.

Disease diagnosis

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Sunlight
A sun-lover. This plant requires a lot of direct and bright light. Open outdoor spaces work just fine. East, south, and west windows indoors are the best.
Soil
This plant requires compost-rich and a bit acidic soil. To avoid rotting, use good soil drainage.
Propagation
You can use seed. Sow seeds in warm spring soil and wait for the first bloom in 18 to 24 weeks. Root cutting can also be used for propagation purposes.

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Temperature
Barberton daisy prefers average temperature. 55-75 °F (13-24 °C) works just fine.
Container
An average pot size for Barberton Daisy is approximately 6-10 inches (15-38 cm) deep, but make sure that it is well-drained.
Fun fact
Barberton Daisy is a popular wedding flower due to its significant color range and elegant simplicity. It is often used in bridal bouquets.