Cultivation:
Pronounced ger' ber a. "Transvaal Daisy" is related
to the beautiful cut flower type that you'll see in your local
flower shop. 'Festival' is a compact variety with small leaves and
3.5" flowers. Generally they are only available in a mix of
Salmon, Scarlet, Rose, White and Yellow.
Plant Gerbera Festival Mix in full sun in fertile well drained soil. "Transvaal
Daisy" can be grown either in beds or containers. Feed
bi-weekly with a balanced liquid fertilizer.
Potential pests ~ diseases: Aphids, powdery mildew or
spider mites.
