Research shows that dense foliage inhibits flowering in gerbera daisies, so it is important to remove old or tangled leaves between bloom cycles. Plants set out in pots in full sun dry out quickly.
You could be thinking “How to make gerbera daisies bloom longer?”
Fall is the perfect time for gerbera daisies to bloom due to the cooler temperatures. Shadier spots in your yard and garden provide the right type of environment to encourage your flowers to keep blooming longer.
The punctures eventually create a speckled appearance on the leaves. The flies lay eggs on the leaves, and as the larvae eat, they make tunnels in wiggly lines. Check the gerbera daisy for caterpillars or cutworms if the leaves have a ragged appearance caused when the pests chew on the foliage.
Gerbera daisies, or gerber daisies, require fertilizing routinely, every two weeks or so. For the best results, liquid fertilizer for blooming plants is recommended. I recommend this fertilizer packed with micronutrients to encourage continued flower production.
Do gerber daisies like sun or shade?
Gerber daisies require full sun to partial shade, but they do not like intense heat. That said, allow for morning sun in warmer zones and full sun in cooler climates. Try not to plant Gerberas near a foundation or stone wall that will reflect heat back onto the plant.
Are gerbera daisies and marigolds related?
Gerbera daisies are bright, cheerful flowers that belong to the same family as marigolds and zinnias. The gerbera daisy or Gerbera jamesonii originally came from South Africa, but today, this circular bloom is available in many parts of the world.
How do you care for Gerbera Gerbera?
Gerberas will not bloom continuously. They bloom, then take about a two week break to refuel then bloom again. Some people say it is best to plant them by themselves. Don’t mix them with other plants. When you water, you want to get them wet …then let the soil dry out before watering again. They like to be dry-wet-dry-wet.