Barberton Daisy
Gerbera jamesonii
- Native to:
- Eswatini, South Africa
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Magnoliophyta | - Flowering plants
- Family:
- Asteraceae
- Genus:
- Gerbera
- Species:
- Gerbera jamesonii
- USDA Symbol:
- GEJA
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Forb/herb
- Height:
- 60 cm
- Light Requirements:
- Full Sun
- Drought Tolerance:
- Medium
- Bloom Months:
- may,jun,jul,aug,sep,oct
- Bloom Colors:
- red, orange, yellow, pink, white
Host Plant for Caterpillars
Phycitodes albatella
Garden & Ecology Notes
- Wildlife Value:
- bees, butterflies
- Deer Resistant:
- Yes
Soil Requirements
- Soil Type:
- rich, well-drained loamy soil
- pH:
- 5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)
- Drainage:
- excellent drainage required
- Moisture:
- consistently moist
- Notes:
- Native to grasslands; prefers organic matter
Propagation & Germination
- Germination Time:
- 10–21 days
- Notes:
- Seeds germinate readily at 20-25°C in moist, well-drained seed-starting mix; light may improve germination.