Gerbera Mix

Gerbera - Mix

Originally from the regions of southeastern Africa, Madagascar, areas from India to Nepal and China. These are perennial herbs with a basal rosette of leaves. They grow up to 30 cm in height. Composite or simple flowers have a wide range of colors such as yellow, orange, red, pink, white. They bloom from May to August. Growing gerberas is relatively simple. We can even grow them at home in a pot!

How to Grow Gerberas

• In summer, they prefer a sunny and warm location in a well-ventilated greenhouse, indoors by a window or on a balcony. Summering outdoors is also beneficial. The substrate should be kept constantly slightly moist. Remove dead leaves and spent flowers. For successful overwintering and flower formation, they need a bright location with temperatures around 10°C. Water once a week and do not fertilize. Repot the plants every two years.

• Seeds are sown in spring into sowing substrate and left to germinate for 14 days. During this period, maintain the temperature between 18 and 24 degrees Celsius.

• Plants prefer a mixture of compost soil, peat and perlite in a ratio of 4:2:1 with added limestone. The resulting pH should be around 5-6.5. Before planting, first sterilize the soil (microwave) or boil it. Create proper drainage at the bottom of the pot using gravel, expanded clay or shards from clay pots.

• Apply fertilizer once every 14 days. Choose one specially designed for gerberas or for flowering indoor plants.

• Plants are often attacked by fungi, molds, spider mites, aphids, and thrips. Treat them with specialized insecticides and fungicides.