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