Gerbera Daisy Gerbera Garvinea Sweet Glow = 'Garglow' (PBR) (Garvinea Sweet Series)

👤 Non-toxic to humans
🐾 Non-toxic to pets
🌸 Blooming
🍪 Not edible
‍🌱 Easy-care
gerbera [Garvinea Sweet Glow]

ABOUT

The Gerbera Garvinea Sweet Glow, part of the Garvinea Sweet Series, boasts a visually striking appearance characterized by its vibrant, eye-catching flowers. The blooms of this plant display a warm hue that ranges from pink to coral, with radiant petals surrounding a bright yellow center, giving it a classic daisy-like look. Each flower is perched atop a single long stem that arises from the lush green foliage beneath. The foliage itself is dense and comprises of coarsely toothed leaves that are rich in color, adding a lush backdrop to the vivid blossoms. The overall look of Gerbera Garvinea Sweet Glow is one of robust vitality and cheerful color which can brighten up any garden space or serve as an attractive centerpiece in floral arrangements.

Plant Info
Care
Common Problems

About this plant

  • memoNames

    • Family

      Asteraceae.

    • Synonyms

      Gerbera Garvinea Sweet Glow, Garglow.

    • Common names

      Gerbera Garvinea Sweet Glow = 'Garglow' (PBR) (Garvinea Sweet Series).

  • skullToxicity

    • To humans

      Gerbera daisies, including the Garvinea Sweet Glow, are generally considered non-toxic to humans. Ingesting parts of this plant typically does not lead to poisoning or serious health issues. However, it is always advisable to prevent consumption of ornamental plants for safety and to avoid potential gastrointestinal discomfort that can occur from eating non-food plants.

    • To pets

      Gerbera daisies are also commonly considered non-toxic to pets. The Garvinea Sweet Glow should not cause poisoning or serious health complications in animals if ingested. However, as with humans, consumption of non-food plants can sometimes cause mild gastrointestinal upset in pets, such as vomiting or diarrhea, so it is best to keep ornamental plants out of their reach.

  • infoCharacteristics

    • Life cycle

      Perennials

    • Foliage type

      Evergreen

    • Color of leaves

      Green

    • Flower color

      Orange

    • Height

      1 foot [30 cm]

    • Spread

      1 feet [30 cm]

    • Plant type

      Herb

    • Hardiness zones

      9

    • Native area

      Africa

Benefits

  • money-bagGeneral Benefits

    • Attractive Blooms: The Gerbera Garvinea Sweet Glow produces large, vibrant flowers that can enhance the visual appeal of gardens and landscapes.
    • Long Blooming Period: It boasts a lengthy flowering season, offering continuous color from early spring to late autumn.
    • Low Maintenance: This plant is relatively easy to care for, requiring minimal maintenance once established.
    • Hardiness: It is robust and can withstand cooler temperatures compared to other gerbera varieties.
    • Pollinator Friendly: The flowers attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, supporting biodiversity.
    • Container Growth: Suitable for container gardening, allowing it to be easily placed on patios, decks, or balconies.
    • Landscape Versatility: It can be used in a variety of landscape designs, including borders, rockeries, and flower beds.

  • medicalMedical Properties

    This plant is not used for medical purposes.

  • windAir-purifying Qualities

    This plant is not specifically known for air purifying qualities.

  • leavesOther Uses

    • Artistic Inspiration: Artists and photographers may use Gerbera as a subject for their work, capturing its vibrant color and structure.
    • Color Dye Source: The petals of the Gerbera can be used to create natural dyes for fabric or paper.
    • Educational Tool: Gerbera can be used in schools to instruct students on plant biology, genetics, and hybridization due to their diverse colors.
    • Hobby Gardening: Gardening enthusiasts might cultivate Gerbera in unusual conditions, such as hydroponic or aeroponic systems, as a challenge.
    • Ice Cubes Decoration: Freeze Gerbera petals in ice cubes to create decorative elements for summer drinks and cocktails.
    • Mood Enhancement: The bright colors of Gerbera flowers are used to uplift spirits in therapeutic environments, such as hospitals or wellness centers.
    • Scrapbooking: Dried Gerbera petals can be incorporated into scrapbooking projects for added texture and color.
    • Table Setting Accents: Fresh or dried Gerbera flowers can be used to create vibrant, nature-inspired place settings.
    • Tattoo Design: The Gerbera flower is sometimes chosen for its beauty and symbolism when designing tattoos.
    • Wedding Confetti: Petals of Gerbera flowers are biodegradable and can be used as a colorful alternative to traditional confetti.

Interesting Facts

  • bedFeng Shui

    The Gerbera is not used in Feng Shui practice.

  • aquariusZodiac Sign Compitability

    The Gerbera is not used in astrology practice.

  • spiralPlant Symbolism

    • Beauty - The Gerbera Garvinea, commonly known as Gerbera, with its vibrant colors and symmetrical shape, often symbolizes natural beauty.
    • Innocence - The Gerbera's simple yet elegant form is frequently associated with the innocence and purity found in children and cherished in adults.
    • Cheerfulness - The bright and bold hues of the Gerbera represent cheerfulness, making it a popular gift to uplift someone's mood or to celebrate happy occasions.
    • Positive Energy - Gerberas, with their sunshine-like appearance, are said to embody positive energy, bringing light and warmth into one's home or life.

💧
Every 3-4 days
Water
☀️
2500 - 10000 Lux
Light
💦️
5%
Humidity
🪴
Every 2-3 years
Repotting
🌱️
Spring-Summer
Propogation
✂️️
As needed
Pruning

  • water dropWater

    Gerbera daisies, including the Garvinea Sweet Glow variety, prefer consistent moisture. Water them deeply once or twice a week, allowing the soil to dry out slightly between waterings. Depending on the climate and weather conditions, you might need to adjust the frequency. Ensure that the plant receives about 1 gallon of water per week during the growing season. It's important not to overwater, as Gerbera daisies do not like to sit in waterlogged soil, which can lead to root rot.

  • sunLight

    The Garvinea Sweet Glow gerbera daisy thrives in a spot where it receives full sun to partial shade. Ideally, it should get at least 6 hours of sunlight each day. Morning sunlight with some afternoon shade is perfect, especially in hotter climates to prevent scorching the leaves.

  • thermometerTemperature

    The ideal temperatures for the Garvinea Sweet Glow gerbera daisy range from 40°F to 70°F. These plants can survive minimum temperatures down to about 30°F and maximum temperatures up to about 75°F, but they perform best when they are not subjected to extreme heat or freezing conditions.

  • scissorsPruning

    Pruning Garvinea Sweet Glow gerbera daisies is important to maintain their appearance and encourage continuous blooming. Deadhead spent flowers regularly to promote new growth. Trim away any dead or damaged leaves to keep the plant healthy. Late winter or early spring is the best time for any more thorough pruning to refresh the plant's shape.

  • broomCleaning

    As needed

  • bambooSoil

    The best soil mix for Gerbera Daisy comprises well-draining soil with peat, perlite, and compost. A slightly acidic to neutral pH between 5.5 and 7.0 is ideal for this plant.

  • plantRepotting

    Gerbera Daisies should generally be repotted every year or two, or when they outgrow their current container.

  • water dropsHumidity & Misting

    Gerbera Daisy thrives in moderate humidity levels, ideally between 40% to 60%.

  • pinSuitable locations

    • Indoor

      Place in bright indirect light, ensure good air circulation.

    • Outdoor

      Plant in morning sun, shelter from intense heat.

    • Hardiness zone

      7-10 USDA.

  • circleLife cycle

    The Gerbera Garvinea Sweet Glow begins its life as a seed, sown in warm, well-drained soil where it germinates and sprouts into a seedling. This seedling grows into a vegetative state, developing a rosette of leaves and a robust root system before entering the flowering stage, where it produces vibrant, large daisy-like flowers that attract pollinators. After pollination, the flowers develop into seed heads, completing the reproductive cycle. The plant may then enter a period of dormancy, especially in cooler climates, conserving energy until the conditions are favorable for the next growing season. With proper care, the Garvinea can be a perennial, going through multiple cycles of growth, blooming, and dormancy over the years. Seed production and dispersal mark the final stage of the Garvinea's life cycle, potentially giving rise to new plants and continuing the species' life cycle.

  • sproutPropogation

    • Propogation time

      Spring-Summer

    • Propogation: The most popular method for propagating Gerbera Garvinea Sweet Glow, a beautiful perennial commonly known as Gerbera, is through the division of the plant. This method is typically performed in the spring when the plant is actively growing. To propagate by division, carefully dig up the Gerbera plant, ensuring not to damage the roots. Gently separate the plant into smaller sections, each with a portion of the root system and some shoots. Replant the divisions immediately into well-drained soil, ensuring they are spaced about 12 inches (or about 30 centimeters) apart to allow for growth. It's important to keep the newly planted divisions well-watered, maintaining consistent soil moisture without overwatering, as Gerberas prefer moist but not soggy conditions. With proper care, these divisions will establish themselves and grow into healthy plants that will flower in the following seasons.

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