Plants in genus gerbera
Gerbera 'Yellow Garden Jewels'
Gerbera 'Yellow Garden Jewels' is a cold-hardy plant with strong pest and disease resistance, thriving in USDA Zones 7-10. It produces up to 100 flowers on 12-14 inch stems, requiring full sun to part shade and well-drained soil. Regular deep watering and spring fertilization encourage abundant blooms.
Gerbera 'Frosted Hot Pink'
Gerbera 'Frosted Hot Pink' is an award-winning Southern perennial known for its strong pest and disease resistance and cold-hardiness to zone 7. It produces up to 100 flowers on 12 to 14-inch stems, providing an extended flowering period. This plant thrives in full sun to part shade and tolerates a wide soil pH range. It requires deep watering 2-3 times per week for establishment and benefits from slow-release fertilizer in spring. Its vibrant blooms and resilience make it a popular choice for gardeners seeking long-lasting color.
Gerbera jamesonii
Gerbera jamesonii, originating from South Africa, is a vibrant plant that requires consistently moist soil and bright, indirect sunlight. It thrives in moderate temperatures between 65°F and 75°F and prefers well-draining soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH. While it adds a splash of color to any setting, ingestion can cause mild gastrointestinal upset.
Gerbera 'Pink Garden Jewels'
Gerbera 'Pink Garden Jewels' is an award-winning Southern perennial known for its strong pest and disease resistance. It produces up to 100 flowers on 12- to 14-inch stems, thriving in full sun to part shade. This plant is cold-hardy to zone 7 and prefers rich, well-drained soil. Regular deep watering and dead-heading encourage more blooms, making it a vibrant addition to any garden.
Gerbera 'Red Garden Jewels'
Gerbera 'Red Garden Jewels' is a southern perennial known for its pest and disease resistance. It can produce up to 100 flowers on 12- to 14-inch stems and prefers full sun to part shade. This plant grows well in rich garden soil with good drainage and tolerates a wide soil pH range.
Gerbera 'Orange Garden Jewels'
Gerbera 'Orange Garden Jewels' is a cold-hardy perennial known for its strong pest and disease resistance. It produces up to 100 flowers on 12- to 14-inch stems and thrives in full sun to part shade. This plant requires rich, well-drained soil and regular watering to establish roots.
Gerbera 'Drakensberg Carmine'
Gerbera 'Drakensberg Carmine' is a hardy hybrid with 2-inch wide carmine-pink flowers on 15-inch stalks. Blooming from June until frost, it features dark green, lettuce-shaped leaves and requires good winter drainage.
Gerbera 'Drakensberg Scarlet'
Gerbera 'Drakensberg Scarlet' is a winter-hardy plant that can withstand temperatures near 0 degrees Fahrenheit. It features 15-inch tall stalks topped with 2-inch scarlet red daisy-like flowers. This plant requires good winter drainage and is known for its vibrant blooms, making it a popular choice for gardens that attract butterflies.
Gerbera 'Garvinea Sweet Fiesta Purple Frost'
Gerbera 'Garvinea Sweet Fiesta Purple Frost' is a vibrant plant with large pink and white flowers featuring pale yellow centers. It blooms across three seasons and reaches a height and width of 14-18 inches, making it a versatile choice for both indoor and outdoor settings.
Gerbera 'Drakensberg Apricot'
Gerbera 'Drakensberg Apricot' is a hardy perennial known for its creamy peach daisy-like flowers that bloom atop 15-inch tall stalks. This plant is drought-tolerant and attracts butterflies, making it a great choice for cottage and rock gardens. It blooms in spring, summer, and fall, providing a long-lasting display of color. Gerbera 'Drakensberg Apricot' thrives in full sun and is well-suited for xeriscaping, requiring minimal water once established.