{"product_id":"gerbera-6-pot-red","title":"Gerbera Red - 6\" Pot","description":"\u003cp\u003eGerbera (Gerbera jamesonii), the Transvaal daisy, is a popular flowering plant grown for its large, vivid daisy-like blooms on long, leafless stalks. Flowers come in dazzling reds, oranges, yellows, pinks, whites and bicolours, each lasting well in the garden and as a top-ranking cut flower. A rosette of lobed, slightly hairy green leaves sits at the base. Loving bright light, cool to warm temperatures and rich, well-drained soil, it flowers repeatedly given good care. Ideal for pots, beds and balcony displays, gerbera offers clean, bold colour and is a florist favourite, rewarding growers who avoid crown rot from overwatering.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFamily\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAsteraceae\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eNative region\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSouth Africa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature height\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25-45 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eMature spread\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30-45 cm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGrowth rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFoliage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBasal rosette of lobed, slightly hairy leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower colour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRed, orange, yellow, pink, white, bicolour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFlower season\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSpring through autumn, repeat blooming\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eClimate zone\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSubtropical to warm temperate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eCare guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSunlight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBright light to morning sun; some afternoon shade in heat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater at the base; keep moist but never soggy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eSoil \/ mix\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRich, well-drained soil; keep crown above soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest 18-28C; protect from extreme heat and frost\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate with good airflow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eFertilizer\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegular balanced or bloom feed in growing season\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePruning\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDeadhead spent flowers and remove old leaves\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eRepotting\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepot yearly; plant crown slightly proud of soil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePropagation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDivision or seed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePests \u0026amp; problems\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAphids, thrips, whitefly and powdery mildew\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eToxicity \/ safety\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-toxic to people and pets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModerate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUses\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrown for pots, beds and especially as a premium long-lasting cut flower for bouquets and arrangements. A bright, cheerful choice for balconies and patios.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing tips\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn India grow gerbera in bright light with afternoon shade in peak summer; plant the crown slightly above soil level, water at the base only, and deadhead regularly for repeat blooms.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow often should I water Gerbera?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil moist but never soggy, watering at the base to keep the crown dry. Let the surface dry slightly between waterings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow much light does it need?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt loves bright light and morning sun but appreciates some afternoon shade in India's intense summer heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs Gerbera safe for pets?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, gerbera daisies are considered non-toxic to cats and dogs, making them a safe, cheerful choice for homes with pets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I repot it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRepot yearly in fresh, rich, well-drained soil, always keeping the crown slightly above the soil line to prevent rot.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I propagate it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePropagate by dividing mature clumps in spring or by growing from fresh seed in warm, well-drained conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy is the crown rotting?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCrown rot comes from overwatering or planting too deep. Water at the base, improve drainage and keep the crown above soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhy won't it flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eToo little light, planting too deep or excess nitrogen reduce blooms. Give bright light, a bloom feed and deadhead spent flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen does it bloom?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt blooms repeatedly from spring through autumn in suitable conditions, with cooler weather giving the best, longest-lasting flowers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan I grow it indoors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt can flower indoors at a very bright window, but it generally does best outdoors or on a bright balcony.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat fertilizer should I use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFeed regularly with a balanced or bloom-boosting fertilizer during the growing season for steady flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"vedicflora","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51048561770742,"sku":"PLT-GERBERA-P06-RED","price":80.0,"currency_code":"INR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0805\/4980\/6326\/files\/19YZlNuivsrwFhAgCKGDvqbJfMUqm9AdjALl7DyY.jpg?v=1782711387","url":"https:\/\/vedicflora.com\/products\/gerbera-6-pot-red","provider":"vedicflora","version":"1.0","type":"link"}