Overview
Gerbera Mokka ('Sch167035'PBR) is a clump forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Gerbera, part of the Asteraceae family, with semi-evergreen foliage. Gerbera Mokka ('Sch167035'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 Mokka ('Sch167035'PBR) is a clump-forming cultivar of the Gerbera genus, which comprises perennial plants with a basal rosette of leaves and hairy stems topped by daisy-like flowerheads. This semi-evergreen cultivar thrives in full sun and prefers a sheltered, south- or west-facing aspect with fertile, well-drained loam soil of neutral pH. Suitable for patio and container planting, conservatories, greenhouses, cut flowers, and flower borders, it is hardy to H1c and offers interest during spring and summer. Propagation is by division in early spring or cuttings in 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 Mokka ('Sch167035'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 Mokka ('Sch167035'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 Mokka ('Sch167035'PBR)?
Gerbera Mokka ('Sch167035'PBR) prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Gerbera Mokka ('Sch167035'PBR) need?
Gerbera Mokka ('Sch167035'PBR) grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Gerbera Mokka ('Sch167035'PBR) hardy in the UK?
Gerbera Mokka ('Sch167035'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 Mokka ('Sch167035'PBR)?
Division in early spring, Basal cuttings, Heel cuttings from side shoots in summer.
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