Gerbera Garvinea white (perennial Gerbera) - H50 cm | Pot Ø19 cm
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€39,95 - Regular price
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Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my Gerbera no longer blooming? The most common causes are lack of sunlight, no fertilization, or faded flowers not being removed. Make sure the plant gets at least 6 hours of sun per day, resume feeding with fertilizer for flowering plants, and regularly remove faded flowers.
Can a Gerbera be brought indoors in winter? The Garvinea series tolerates slightly below-freezing temperatures but is sensitive to prolonged frost in pots. In harsh winters, bring the pot indoors to a frost-free sheltered spot. In well-drained ground, protective mulching is usually enough.
SHIPPING & PACKAGING
Shipping within 24/48 hours via DPD
- Delivery in 2 to 5 business days
- Eco-friendly packaging: recyclable boxes and biodegradable materials
- Special protection to ensure the plant arrives in perfect condition
- Parcel tracking sent by email as soon as shipped
- Free delivery on orders over €50
48H QUALITY GUARANTEE
We guarantee that your plants will arrive in perfect condition. If your plant arrives damaged or in poor condition:
- Contact us within 48 hours at hello@verdeia.eu with photos
- Free replacement or full refund
- No return necessary – we trust you
The guarantee covers: damage related to transport, severely weakened plant upon arrival, preparation errors.
CARE TIPS UPON ARRIVAL
To help your plant settle in for the long term:
- Unpack immediately and inspect your plant
- Let it acclimatize 24-48h in a bright spot without direct sunlight
- Check soil moisture before watering (dry surface = light watering)
- Wait 2-3 weeks before repotting
- Avoid heat sources and drafts
- Gently wipe leaves to remove dust
Need help? Contact our team at hello@verdeia.eu or via chat.
🌼 Large pure white daisy-like flowers • 🌸 Spring-to-autumn flowering • ☀️ Full sun • 💧 Regular watering • 🦋 Pollinator-friendly • 🐾 Non-toxic
The white Gerbera Garvinea, or perennial Gerbera, is an outdoor plant native to South Africa. Its large pure white daisy-like flowers with golden centers rise on long upright stems above textured dark green foliage. The Garvinea series is a hardy, repeat-flowering variety, renowned for its generous flowering from spring through autumn. H50 cm | Pot Ø19 cm on delivery.
Pollinator-friendly, it attracts butterflies and pollinators and is non-toxic. A reliable choice among flowering plants.
Light & placement
- Ideal exposure: full sun — a minimum of 6 hours per day for generous flowering.
- Tolerates: light partial shade, but flowering will be less abundant.
- Soil: well-drained and rich in organic matter.
- Hardiness: the Garvinea series is hardier than classic Gerberas — it withstands slightly below-freezing temperatures in a well-drained position.
- Uses: patio, balcony, border, decorative pot.
Avoid overly damp locations in winter — good drainage is essential for the plant's long-term health. Good seasonal care begins with spring preparation.
Watering & care
- Watering: regular — keep the substrate moist without waterlogging it.
- Technique: preferably water at the base, never on the flowers or foliage — moisture encourages fungal diseases.
- Drainage: a pot with drainage holes is essential.
- Fertilizer: use flowering plant fertilizer every 2 weeks in spring and summer to extend flowering.
- Deadheading: remove faded flowers regularly to encourage the production of new buds.
Removing faded flowers is the most effective way to extend flowering — each removed flower encourages the production of new buds. Its flowering period is part of the flowering calendar for a flower-filled patio.
Decorating ideas & plant combinations
Its refined white flowers create a bright and elegant contrast in any colorful plant arrangement.
- In an arrangement: pair it with a Hidcote Blue Lavender for a classic, fragrant white-and-purple duo — both attract pollinators and flower at the same time.
- In a colorful trio: Gerbera's white flowers pair perfectly with pink or red rose bushes for a generous, luminous floral arrangement.
- Ideal pot: terracotta or matte ceramic pot — natural materials complement the Gerbera's country-garden character.
The pure white of its flowers brightens adjacent shaded areas and creates a luminous focal point in any arrangement. Other flowering plants complement plants for balconies and patios.
Verdeia tips
- Water at the base — never on the flowers or leaves. Moisture on the foliage encourages fungal diseases that stain the white flowers.
- Remove faded flowers regularly — this is the key step for continuous flowering from spring to autumn.
- Fertilize every 2 weeks — Gerberas are heavy energy users during flowering. Regular flowering plant fertilizer is essential for maintaining generous flowering. Good care practices vary by season, following the care calendar.
- 🐾 Non-toxic — Gerbera is safe for dogs and cats.
Technical specifications
- Botanical name: Gerbera Garvinea 'Julia' (white)
- Common name: perennial Gerbera, Transvaal Daisy
- Family: Asteraceae
- Origin: South Africa
- Height on delivery: 50 cm
- Pot diameter: 19 cm
- Flowering: pure white, spring to autumn, repeat-flowering
- Exposure: full sun
- Watering: regular — at the base, without wetting the foliage
- Hardiness: moderate (the Garvinea series is hardier than classic Gerberas)
- Care: easy
- Animal toxicity: non-toxic
- Decorative style: Country / Luminous / Flowering
- Special feature: generous, repeat flowering, pollinator-friendly, attracts butterflies and pollinators
Every plant is unique: the photos show a representative example. Flowering intensity varies according to exposure and care.
Your plant, delivered with care
Every plant is hand-packed in a box specially designed for plants — secured, protected, ready to travel. It arrives in perfect condition, roots intact and foliage preserved, ready to take its place in your home.
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FAQ – Everything to know before adopting your Verdeia plant
How are my plants prepared before shipping?
All our plants are selected from our European partner nurseries. Before shipping, they are watered, cleaned, and protected with breathable, secure packaging. Each package is designed to ensure your plant arrives in perfect health, without any transport-related stress.
Will the plant look exactly like the photo?
The photos accurately represent the variety and the stated size. Since each plant is unique, slight differences in shape, foliage, or color may occur — and that’s part of their charm.
What are the delivery times and conditions?
Shipping is done within 48 business hours, with tracked delivery within 2 to 5 business days. Delivery costs €5.60 — free for orders over €50. You will receive a tracking link as soon as the package is shipped.
What to do upon receiving my plant?
Open your package as soon as you receive it and carefully remove the plant from its packaging. Let it acclimate for 24 hours in its new environment before watering. If it has been slightly stressed during transport, it will recover its shape after one or two days in the light.
What to do if my plant arrives damaged?
Contact us within 48 hours with a photo of the issue. Our team will assess the situation and offer you the best solution: replacement, partial refund, or recovery advice.
Can I return a plant?
Since plants are living beings, standard returns are not possible. However, we guarantee good health upon delivery: if the plant arrives damaged, it will be replaced free of charge. For any other cases (order error, decorative pot, accessory), returns are possible within 14 days.