focal · moderate · budget
Gerbera
Gerbera · aka gerbera daisy, Transvaal daisy
The gerbera is the smiling face of the everyday flower shop — bright, single-headed, wide colour range. Weak necks are its one weakness; professional florists wire stems for weddings and events. Modern mini gerberas (5 cm) work as filler; standard gerberas (10 cm) hold their own as focal points.
At a glance
| Family | Asteraceae |
|---|---|
| Origin | South Africa; commercially grown worldwide |
| Peak season | all year |
| Availability | all year |
| Stem length | 40–70 cm |
| Vase life | 5–10 days |
| Colors | white, cream, yellow, orange, peach, pink, red, burgundy, bicolor |
| Price tier | budget |
Conditioning
Cut on a diagonal. Stems can be threaded with fine floral wire for support (they bend at the head).
Care in the vase
- •Weak neck — heads flop; wire the stem for support in weddings
- •Never leave heads submerged during hydration — rot fast
- •Shallow water only (5 cm)
- •Comes in mini (5 cm heads) and standard (10 cm) sizes
Design role & symbolism
Symbolismhappiness, cheerfulness, beauty
Occasionsbirthday, everyday, children's events, corporate
Substituteschrysanthemum, sunflower
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