Gerbera Royal Scarlet

Gerbera Daisy

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Vibrant orange-red daisy-like flowers on sturdy stems with deep green serrated foliage; popular flowering houseplant requiring bright light and careful watering.
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Plant Details

Common Name Gerbera Daisy
Family Asteraceae
Genus Gerbera
Species Jamesonii
Variety Royal Scarlet F1 2072
Origin South Africa
Blooming Spring to Autumn, year-round indoors with optimal care
Leaf Color Deep green (grey-green underside)
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly close No
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining peat-based potting mix with perlite; high organic matter content required.

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Watering

Water at base to keep crown dry; maintain consistent moisture without waterlogging; reduce in winter.

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Sunlight & Care

Bright indirect light to full sun; protect from scorching midday rays indoors during summer.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer every 2 weeks during active growth (Spring/Summer); reduce in autumn.

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Pruning

Remove spent blooms and yellow leaves promptly to prevent rot and encourage new flowering.

Pest Control Aphid Spider Mite Thrip Whitefly

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 7 months
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
61° – 82°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
45% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
3000 – 25000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
10 – 35
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
30% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
800 – 2200
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)
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Common Problems

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