Overview
Gerbera 'Belfi'PBR is a clump forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Gerbera, part of the Asteraceae family, with semi-evergreen foliage. Gerbera 'Belfi'PBR grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H1c. Suggested uses include patio and container plants, conservatory and greenhouse, cut flowers and flower borders and beds.
About
Gerbera 'Belfi'PBR is a clump-forming conservatory and greenhouse herbaceous perennial in the Asteraceae with semi-evergreen foliage and summer flowering. It favours full sun and well-drained, neutral loam and performs best in sheltered, south- or west-facing positions. Flowering runs from June to September, and the variety is commonly grown for patio containers, borders and cut flowers.
About the genus
Gerbera L. is a genus of plants in the Asteraceae (Compositae) family. The first scientific description of a Gerbera was made by J. D.
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In the garden
Gerbera 'Belfi'PBR is a clump-forming, herbaceous perennial in the Asteraceae grown primarily under protection or in containers. Its semi-evergreen rosettes provide a persistent foliage base while the flowering season extends from June to September, making it a summer-focused feature for greenhouse and sheltered planting. Plant into a free-draining neutral loam in a position that receives full sun and is protected from strong winds; a south- or west-facing aspect is ideal. The cultivar carries an H1c hardiness rating, which in plain terms means it is tender and requires frost-free conditions — keep it in a conservatory or greenhouse for winter, or grow in containers that can be moved under cover when cold weather threatens. Good drainage is essential, so avoid heavy, waterlogged sites. Use Gerbera 'Belfi'PBR on patios and in containers where it can be given shelter, in conservatories and greenhouses for extended flowering, or in flower borders and beds provided a frost-free microclimate is available. It is also grown for cut flowers during its June to September display, so positioning within easy reach for harvesting will maximise its value through the summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Gerbera
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H1c
Plant details
Gerbera 'Belfi'PBR size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Conservatory Greenhouse, Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Foliage
- Semi-evergreen
- Suggested uses
- Patio and container plants, Conservatory and greenhouse, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Gerbera 'Belfi'PBR
- Propagation
- Division in early spring, Basal cuttings, Heel cuttings from side shoots in summer
- Pest resistance
- Glasshouse whitefly, Chrysanthemum leaf miner, Aphids, Tarsonemid mites
- Disease resistance
- Grey moulds, Leaf spot, Root rot
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Gerbera 'Belfi'PBR?
Gerbera 'Belfi'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Gerbera 'Belfi'PBR need?
Gerbera 'Belfi'PBR grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Gerbera 'Belfi'PBR hardy in the UK?
Gerbera 'Belfi'PBR has an RHS hardiness rating of H1c, meaning it needs a warm, frost-free position of 5–10°C and is best grown under glass in the UK.
How do I propagate Gerbera 'Belfi'PBR?
Division in early spring, Basal cuttings, Heel cuttings from side shoots in summer.
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