There are now over 200 varieties available in every colour imaginable including blue! Newer varieties have double petals, giving a fluffy look to the flower, or thin, spidery petals, or wider, thicker petals. Breeders include Landsbergen (Holland), Pressman (Holland), Terra Nigra (Holland), and Florist de Kwakel (Holland). Check these breeders’ websites for more information.
In the past 10 years mini gerberas (or germinis) have become more
popular – they are the same as their larger cousins, but about half the
size and are better suited to smaller arrangements. Gerberas are grown
in glasshouses, mostly close to the southern capital cities of
Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide.
The aim with standard (large) gerberas is to keep the flowerhead from flopping over. To do this we must try and stop the stem ends from becoming plugged with bacteria from dirty water or air bubbles.
You can order from us online at www.stannesflorist.com.au call us on 08 9388 8844 or come into our Perth Shop at 111 Newcastle Street, Perth WA 6000
The aim with standard (large) gerberas is to keep the flowerhead from flopping over. To do this we must try and stop the stem ends from becoming plugged with bacteria from dirty water or air bubbles.
You can order from us online at www.stannesflorist.com.au call us on 08 9388 8844 or come into our Perth Shop at 111 Newcastle Street, Perth WA 6000
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