Overview
Gerbera 'Sorbet' is a clump forming conservatory greenhouse in the genus Gerbera, part of the Asteraceae family, with semi-evergreen foliage. Gerbera 'Sorbet' 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 'Sorbet' is a clump-forming cultivar of the Gerbera genus, known for its perennial habit and basal rosette of leaves. It produces hairy stems topped with daisy-like flowerheads, thriving best in full sun with a south or west-facing aspect and sheltered exposure. This semi-evergreen plant prefers fertile, well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Suitable for patios, containers, conservatories, greenhouses, flower borders, and as cut flowers, it is hardy to H1c and offers seasonal interest in spring and 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 'Sorbet' 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 'Sorbet'
- 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 'Sorbet'?
Gerbera 'Sorbet' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Gerbera 'Sorbet' need?
Gerbera 'Sorbet' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
Is Gerbera 'Sorbet' hardy in the UK?
Gerbera 'Sorbet' 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 'Sorbet'?
Division in early spring, Basal cuttings, Heel cuttings from side shoots in summer.
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- Gerbera 'Belfi'PBR
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