Water
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage and allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Gerbera crocea, the Snow White Gerbera, is a striking daisy-like perennial native to South Africa, celebrated for its pure white blooms atop upright stems.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Bright Indirect Light
75% intensity
Prefers several hours of bright, indirect sunlight daily. Protect from intense, direct afternoon sun, which can scorch leaves.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow the topsoil to dry out slightly between waterings. Ensure excellent drainage to prevent root rot.
Well-drained, fertile
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Thrives in temperatures between 18-24°C during the day and slightly cooler at night. Avoid drastic temperature fluctuations.
Outdoor
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Feed with a balanced liquid fertilizer diluted to half strength during the growing season. Reduce or stop feeding in autumn and winter.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Edible | No |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water moderately when the top 2-3 cm of soil feels dry. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot. Ensure good drainage and allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Reduce watering in cooler months.
Remove spent flower stalks close to the base of the plant to encourage more blooms. Lightly trim any yellowing or dead leaves to maintain a tidy appearance. This also helps prevent disease. Prune lightly after flowering.
Gerbera crocea is typically propagated by division of established clumps. Carefully separate the root ball in spring, ensuring each division has healthy roots and shoots. Replant divisions in well-draining potting mix.
Repot every 2-3 years or when the plant becomes root-bound, preferably in spring. Use a well-draining potting mix. Ensure the new pot is only slightly larger than the previous one to avoid excess moisture retention.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Snow White Gerbera (Gerbera crocea)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Gerbera |
| Species | Gerbera crocea |
Similar in genus Gerbera
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