Overview
Gerbera kunzeana is a clump forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Gerbera, part of the Asteraceae family, with semi-evergreen foliage. Gerbera kunzeana 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 kunzeana is a clump-forming perennial cultivar of the Gerbera genus, known for its basal rosette of leaves and hairy stems topped with daisy-like flowerheads. This semi-evergreen plant thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered, south- or west-facing aspect with well-drained, neutral loam soil. Hardy to H1c, it is suitable for patios, containers, conservatories, greenhouses, cut flowers, and flower borders. Best planted in spring and summer, it requires watering during establishment and can be propagated by division or cuttings.
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 kunzeana 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 kunzeana
- 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 kunzeana?
Gerbera kunzeana prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Gerbera kunzeana need?
Gerbera kunzeana grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Gerbera kunzeana hardy in the UK?
Gerbera kunzeana 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 kunzeana?
Division in early spring, Basal cuttings, Heel cuttings from side shoots in summer.
More in the Gerbera genus
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- Gerbera 'Belfi'PBR
- Gerbera 'Bondi Beach'
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