Gerbera (Gerbera jamesonii)

  • Gerbera starts flowering in about 3 months after planting.
  • The average yield under greenhouse is around 250-270 flowers/m2/year.
  • Harvesting is done when outer 2-3 rows of disc florets are perpendicular to the stalk.
  • The heel of the stalk should be cut about 2-3 cm above the base and kept in fresh chlorinated water.