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Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy

Gerbera Jamesonii

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Overview

The Gerbera jamesonii, commonly known as the Transvaal Daisy, stands out with its vibrant, large daisy-like blooms, spanning up to 5 inches in diameter. It features an array of color options, from white to deep red. This perennial favours full sun and well-drained soil, reaching heights of 10-18 inches with a similar spread. Its striking flowers and lush, lance-shaped leaves add a splash of color to any garden bed or container.

Sun Full, HalfWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 8–10Type PerennialClimate Mediterranean
Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — Its striking flowers and lush, lance-shaped leaves add a splash of color to any garden bed or container
Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — Amending the soil with organic compost will increase fertility and boost floral performanceGerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — perennial for full or half; the Gerbera jamesonii can be tailored to suit any color scheme within, image 60Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — this stunning plant has captivated garden enthusiasts worldwide; perennial for full or half, image 69Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — Blooming from early summer through fallGerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — commonly known as the Transvaal Daisy or Gerbera Daisy; perennial with red bloomsGerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — Its striking flowers and lush, lance-shaped leaves add a splash of color to any garden bed or, image 45+76

Culture

Sun
Full, Half
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Asteraceae
Climate
Mediterranean

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Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — Its striking flowers and lush, lance-shaped leaves add a splash of color to any garden bed or container
Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — Amending the soil with organic compost will increase fertility and boost floral performance
Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — perennial for full or half; the Gerbera jamesonii can be tailored to suit any color scheme within, image 60
Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — this stunning plant has captivated garden enthusiasts worldwide; perennial for full or half, image 69
Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — Blooming from early summer through fall
Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — commonly known as the Transvaal Daisy or Gerbera Daisy; perennial with red blooms
Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — Its striking flowers and lush, lance-shaped leaves add a splash of color to any garden bed or, image 45
Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — the Gerbera lends itself to striking borders; amending the soil with organic compost will increase, image 51
Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — It features an array of color options, from white to deep red; red flowers in the garden, image 63
Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — and focal points within garden beds; commonly known as the Transvaal Daisy, image 52
Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — showy blooms and impressive color range; commonly known as the Transvaal Daisy or Gerbera Daisy, image 47
Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — It features an array of color options, from white to deep red
Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — Amending the soil with organic compost will increase fertility and boost floral performance; blooming, image 54
Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — and focal points within garden beds; commonly known as the Transvaal Daisy
Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — the Gerbera jamesonii can be tailored to suit any color scheme within your landscape design
Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — perennial for full or half; the Gerbera jamesonii can be tailored to suit any color scheme within your landscape
Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — commonly known as the Transvaal Daisy
Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — This perennial favours full sun and well-drained soil, reaching heights of 10-18 inches with a similar spread
Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — showy blooms and impressive color range; commonly known as the Transvaal Daisy or Gerbera Daisy, image 67
Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — It features an array of color options, from white to deep red; red flowers in the garden
Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — finding its way into diverse garden designs
Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — Amending the soil with organic compost will increase fertility and boost floral performance; blooming from early
Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — Hailing from South Africa; its foliage is rich and lush, image 68
Gerbera,Transvaal Daisy (Gerbera Jamesonii) — spanning up to 5 inches in diameter
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