Gerbera is a popular and many-loved perennial plant of the astro family. Gerberas are often used to make beautiful and bright bouquets. Externally, the flowers look like big chamomiles. And the number of shades of gerberas is so varied that everyone will be able to pick up a favorite color for themselves. Red, white, pink, orange, purple and purple. There are no gerberas of blue color.
Large flowers, of which make up bouquets, are grown in special greenhouses. However, the garden gerbera is equally attractive, which can be planted right at home. But it is worth remembering that the gerbera is a plant, home care implies compliance with certain rules. Let's talk more about what you need to pay attention to by growing gerberas at home.
The soil
Care of the room gerbera can begin with the selection of the right soil for the plant. An excellent option will be weakly acid. In order for the gerbera to grow well, and also when the flower is transplanted, it is recommended to take leaf soil, peat and sand in a ratio of 2: 1: 1. Pot should also pay attention. Clay is the best, as it can provide the necessary air circulation.
Transplanting gerbera
Proper care for the gerbera at home should start immediately after the acquisition of the plant. Do not change it right on the day of purchase. It is necessary to give the gerbera at least 2 weeks to adapt to new conditions and conditions. After this time, you can transplant the plant into a more spacious pot. Begin to fertilize the gerbera should be no earlier than 3 weeks after the transplant. In addition, it is necessary to periodically transplant the flower into a pot of a slightly larger size. This will have a beneficial effect on the growth of gerbera. However, do not choose a too large pot for transplant. If the new "dwelling" for the gerbera is too large, then the plant will not bloom long.
Watering
Watering the plant is necessary in moderation. The land should not be too wet, not excessively dry. The flower should be poured with warm water. Room gerbera requires careful care, and water it is necessary, observing certain rules. To pour water it is necessary in the edge of the pot and do not allow the direct hit of the jet into the basal socket. It is also possible to produce water directly into the pot tray. But in this case it is important not to forget to drain excess water in half an hour, because stagnant water in the pan can seriously damage the plant.
Temperature conditions
Gerbera grows best with sufficient light and warmth. Therefore, care for the gerbera in the pot implies compliance with a certain temperature regime. The best option is to place the plant on the windowsill on the south side. However, it is worth to slightly shade the flower from direct sunlight in the hot season. Otherwise, the leaves may lose color and begin to fade. During flowering, the air temperature in the room where the
Care of the plant during the flowering period
Gerbera blooms twice a year: from February to May and from August to October. During these months, it is very important to feed the plant every 2 weeks. For this purpose, mineral fertilizers are best. In winter, during rest, it is not necessary to fertilize gerbera. Enough watering once a week.
Correct planting and care of gerbera flowers will allow you to grow a beautiful and healthy plant that will please you every day and give a good mood.