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Gerbera: Growing and Care
29.12.2023 17:00
Updated: 13.05.2024 21:21
Gerberas grown at home are extremely heat-loving.
In spring and summer they should live at a temperature of 24-25 °C, and cold snaps even down to 20 °C are very undesirable.
Where does gerbera like to grow
Garden gerbera loves fertile soil, moderate watering and grows well in bright places.
But direct sunlight is very undesirable for her.
Decorative gerberas that are found on sale are hybrids obtained from two varieties of Gerbera Greenleaf and Gerbera Jameson.
How to plant gerberas correctly
Plant gerbera seeds for seedlings in January–March.
Before planting, soak the seed in warm water for 2–3 hours or germinate in a damp cloth until sprouts appear.
The first shoots will appear in 2 weeks. Sprouted seeds will sprout a week earlier.
After flowering and during hibernation, gerberas need coolness (13-14 °C is suitable), but there should be no sudden changes in temperature.
Do I need to dig up gerberas for the winter
In the fall, the gerbera is dug up and transplanted into a spacious pot with a diameter of at least 20 cm (the size of the pot is determined by the size of the plant).
Is it possible to prune gerberas
There is no need to trim indoor gerberas; you can only remove faded buds, which can slow down the growth of the plant.
Don't cut them off though, just break them off carefully.
Previously, we told you how to grow begonia.
