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Gerbera Daisy

Gerbera jamesonii

Perennial

Popular

Aster/Daisy Family

Bold, vibrant daisies with large flower heads and bright colors. Modern and cheerful appearance. Wide color range makes them versatile. Popular for contemporary arrangements.

Bloom Season

Spring, Summer, Fall

Habitat

Temperate

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Perfect For

BirthdayGet-wellCongratulationsBaby-shower

Care & Vase Life

Stays fresh for 7 to 14 days

when properly cared for

Hollow stems need special care - cut underwater to prevent air locks

Use shallow water (2-3 inches) as deep water causes stem rot

Support heavy heads with a grid or tape across vase opening

Add a drop of bleach to prevent bacterial growth

Hollow stems need special care - cut underwater to prevent air locks

Change water every 1-2 days

Support heavy heads

Keep cool

Fragrance Profile

No Scent

Gerbera daisies have no discernible scent

Fun Facts

Gerbera daisies are the 5th most popular cut flower in the world

They were discovered in South Africa in 1884 by Scottish botanist Robert Jameson

Gerberas are one of the best air-purifying plants, removing benzene from indoor air

Each flower head is actually hundreds of tiny flowers arranged in a spiral pattern

Origin & History

Native to South Africa

Gerbera daisies are native to South Africa and were named after German botanist Traugott Gerber. Scottish botanist Robert Jameson discovered them near Barberton in 1884. Dutch breeders developed the modern cultivars in the early 1900s, creating the vibrant colors we see today.