Overview
Gerbera 'Dutch Diva'PBR is a clump forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Gerbera, part of the Asteraceae family, with semi-evergreen foliage. Gerbera 'Dutch Diva'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 'Dutch Diva' PBR is a clump-forming perennial cultivar within the Gerbera genus, known for its basal rosette of leaves and daisy-like flowerheads borne on hairy stems. This semi-evergreen plant thrives in full sun and sheltered positions, particularly on south- or west-facing aspects, favouring fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Suitable for patios, containers, conservatories, greenhouses, cut flowers, and flower borders, it offers seasonal interest during spring and summer. Propagation can be achieved through division in early spring or by basal and heel cuttings in summer, with a UK hardiness rating of H1c.
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 'Dutch Diva'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 'Dutch Diva'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 'Dutch Diva'PBR?
Gerbera 'Dutch Diva'PBR prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Gerbera 'Dutch Diva'PBR need?
Gerbera 'Dutch Diva'PBR grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Gerbera 'Dutch Diva'PBR hardy in the UK?
Gerbera 'Dutch Diva'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 'Dutch Diva'PBR?
Division in early spring, Basal cuttings, Heel cuttings from side shoots in summer.
More in the Gerbera genus
- Gerbera 'Aladin'PBR
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- Gerbera 'Apollo'
- Gerbera 'Babble'
- Gerbera 'Barpaula'
- Gerbera 'Belfi'PBR
- Gerbera 'Bondi Beach'
- Gerbera 'Cantaro'PBR