Gerbera cultivation methods and precautions

Farming methods

Light and temperature

Gerbera likes a well-kept growing environment and has a relatively high demand for light. Adequate light should be maintained during the growth of gerbera, and artificial light is needed when light is insufficient. In addition, in the summer, it is necessary to shade the gerberas from some of the strong sunlight, and in the winter, try to ensure full sunlight.

Gerbera is a plant that is neither heat-resistant nor cold-resistant. The suitable temperature for its growth is 20℃ ~ 25℃. The temperature in winter should not be lower than 10℃, otherwise it will stop growing.

soil

Gerbera prefers fertile and loose soil with good drainage, and slightly acidic soil is more suitable.

Watering and fertilizing

Gerbera has a high demand for water and fertilizer, so during the growing period, it is necessary to maintain an adequate supply of water and fertilizer. Watering should change according to seasonal changes. In summer, watering can be more frequent, while in winter, the watering intervals can be longer. Watering can be arranged in the morning or evening, and be careful not to water the center of the leaves.

Gerbera also has a great demand for fertilizer, so it needs to be applied thinly and frequently. Generally, in spring and autumn, fertilizer can be applied once a week. In summer and winter, less fertilizer should be applied, once every half a month. Stop fertilizing if the temperature is too high or too low.

Reproduction method

Gerbera can be propagated by seeds, but the offspring will mutate, so it is generally propagated by division and cuttings, and tissue culture can also be used.

Precautions

prune

During the growth process of gerbera, due to the growth of branches and leaves, the leaves may turn yellow or become too dense. At this time, it is necessary to prune and cut off yellow leaves, dead leaves and overly dense leaves.

Pests and diseases

During the growth process of gerbera, there will be diseases such as powdery mildew, leaf spot, viral disease, as well as pests such as whiteflies, cabbage loopers and thrips.