Sweet Frosting Gerbera is a compact perennial often grown as an annual with fuzzy dense foliage and vibrant flowers. Large crisp white flowers with dense double layered petals with yellow and brown centers bloom from late spring until frost with regular deadheading. Prefers full sun and average well-drained soil. The Garvinea Series is hardier than most gerbera, being semi-evergreen and is highly resistant to disease and pests.
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Origins: |
Asia, South Africa and Tasmania |
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Height: |
1’ - 2’ |
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Spread: |
1’ - 2' |
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Spacing: |
1.5’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
7 - 10 |
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Bloom Color: |
White |
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MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Drainage is important- overly moist soils can lead to stem and root rot, powdery mildew, gray mildew, or anthracnose. Potential pests include whiteflies, aphids, thrips, and spider mites.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Woodland Gardens, Naturalized Areas, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Tickseed, Speedwell, Blanket Flower
IMAGES: Photos by Penn State Flower Trials, Gerbera Garvinea® 'Sweet Frosting®'
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
