Gerbera jamesonii
Gerbera Daisy
Gerbera was first discovered in 1878 in South Africa by botanist R. Jameson. The plant has since proved to be excellent for cultivation, and has become a popular and wide-spread cut flower and pot plant. Nurseries are constantly producing new hybrids and cultivars, and new varieties are being introduced to the market all the time.
Additional:
Make sure that at least two or three flowers are open per plant. Buy and sell by cultivar name and take advantage of the grades and standards that have been established for this species
Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Temperature - Fewer than five days at 45-65 degrees Fahrenheit. More than five days at 40-45 degrees Fahrenheit. Location - Interior Irrigation - Water moderatly with regular interverals. Grooming - Remove all dead leaves as well as flowers. Light - Moderate sunlight year around.
