- The gerber daisy plant is about 12 inches wide, with dark green foliage. Its velvety 2.5- to 4-inch-diameter flowers, available in a varied palette, resemble large daisies borne on a 12- to 18-inch stems. Varieties include both single and double forms.
- Space plants 12 to 15 inches apart in a full-sun location with well-drained loamy or sandy soil. Fertilize regularly in the summer to encourage blooming.
- Water during dry spells but do not overwater; damp conditions or soil in the crown may cause rot.
- Divide a large clump into smaller plants or start from seeds sown indoors before the last frost.
- Grow year-round as a herbaceous perennial in subtropical regions from USDA hardiness zone 9 to 11. In colder climates, grow as an annual or dig up and pot for inside culture.
