How Big Is a Mini Gerbera Daisy?
Gerber or Gerbera daisies are members of the Gerbera genus of ornamental plants, and part of the sunflower family. These daisies are known for their brightly colored, very large flowers. However, some varieties are smaller and are called mini Gerbera daisies. Does this Spark an idea?
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Little Fortune
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This Gerbera daisy variety is unpatented and comes in a variety of colors, including orange, yellow, red purple and pink. It can be planted in very small 4- and 5-inch pots, as well as in combination planters. Little Fortune has compact leaves and flowers early. Flowers of this variety are usually 3 inches or smaller.
Jaguar
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Jaguar Gerbera daisies are larger than Little Fortune, and appropriate for 4-to-6-inch pots. They have compact growing habits and short stems, and tend to produce flowers 3 to 4 inches across.
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Crazy Daisy
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These Gerbera daisies are notable for their elaborate flowers, which often include multiple colors and double flowers. They are suitable for 4-to-6-inch pots and produce the majority of their flowers at the first flush, with production trickling off later in the season. Flowers are about 2 1/2 to 3 inches across.
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