How to plant gerbera and when and how to plant it

Gerbera planting time

African daisy is sown in spring from March to May and in autumn from September to October. Select seeds with full grains to promote seedling growth, soak them in warm water for 24 hours, then take them out and plant them in nutrient soil. The suitable temperature for seed germination is between 18-22℃, and they will germinate 7-10 days after sowing.

Gerbera planting method

1. Prepare the potting soil: When planting gerbera, you need to prepare a suitable substrate first. Mix sandy soil, vermiculite, and peat soil. The soil prepared in this way is breathable and loose, which is beneficial to seed germination. Note that the prepared soil needs to be disinfected before use. Choose a clay pot with good air permeability. The size is determined according to the number of seeds to be sown.

2. Seed selection: When sowing, choose healthy and full seeds, which have a higher germination rate. Be sure to pick out seeds with diseases and insect pests, which will reduce the germination rate.

3. Sowing method: After the potting soil is prepared, you can just scatter the seeds on it. After scattering, cover it with a thin layer of soil, then water it thoroughly to make the soil moist, and cover it with plastic film in time to keep warm and moist.

4. Post-planting care: After planting gerbera, it is best to keep the temperature between 20-30 degrees. This way, it will germinate in about a week. During the management period, the plastic film should be lifted every day to allow it to breathe. After the seeds germinate, diffuse light will be provided, which is beneficial to the growth of the seedlings. When three or four true leaves grow, they can be transplanted into pots.

How to plant the newly bought gerbera

1. Transplant the purchased gerberas into ceramic flowerpots. There should be small holes at the bottom of the flowerpots, and the soil in the pots should be soil from the farmland, which is more conducive to the growth of gerberas.

2. The newly bought gerberas must be watered thoroughly after transplantation. The most important thing is not to expose them to direct sunlight. They can be placed on a ventilated and well-lit balcony or under the eaves.

How to grow gerbera quickly

1. Light: Gerbera is a light-loving plant and is suitable for growing in places with very good light. In winter, the intensity of sunlight is low and full light is needed. In summer, timely shade is needed to avoid being burned by too strong light.

2. Soil: Gerbera is suitable for growing in fertile, loose, well-drained sandy soil. It does not like heavy clay soil. It can grow in slightly acidic, slightly alkaline and neutral soil, but the soil cannot be too alkaline, otherwise the growth will be affected. The pH value should be kept between 6.0-7.0.

3. Temperature: During the growth period of gerbera, the most suitable temperature is 20-25℃. Pay attention to keeping warm in winter. The most suitable temperature is around 12-15℃. If it is lower than 10℃, it will stop growing.

4. Water: Gerbera daisy should be provided with sufficient water during its vigorous growth period. Water can be given every 3-4 days in summer, and water should be reduced in winter, about once every half a month. Pay attention to water control during the flowering period, otherwise the buds will fall off.

5. Fertilization: Gerbera has a relatively large demand for fertilizer and is a fertilizer-loving flower. Organic fertilizer can be applied during planting so that there is sufficient base fertilizer to ensure growth. Fertilize every 10 days during the growth stage, and pay attention to the balanced ratio of fertilizers.

Precautions for growing gerbera in pots

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

2. 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.