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| Gerber daisy picture or is it Gerbera daisy picture? Although we use the name gerber daisy, the actual genus name is Gerbera. The Gerberas that we commonly know are the result of crossing Gerbera jamesonii and Gerbera viridifolia. Both these species originate from South Africa. The cross is known as Gerbera hybrida. |
Photography SubjectsGerbera daisies make good subjects for photography. Keep in mind that when you choose your subjects, they must be in tip top condition. On the other hand, if you are planning to take a photo and use it for painting or drawing, the small flaws like a petal showing a fold mark... not such a big deal. ... "soft water"
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About this gerber daisy picture: This yellow gerber daisy in the picture was the first of a bunch of daisies where the stem had to be cut shorter. You are extending the life of the flower by cutting it shorter ... and you get a whole new view on it.
When to Cut the Stem ShorterThis is a bit technical, but interesting and useful. It is time to cut the stem shorter, when it does not feel tight and filled with water anymore. Testing the stemThe stem is actually like a tube. As the flower gets older, the water is not transported up to the flower head anymore. If you test the stems regularly, you will feel when this process starts.It starts from the bottom up. Squeeze the stem gently, without damaging it. The stem may feel hard closer to the flower, but hollow from the middle down. As soon as the stem feels softer or empty, you cut it shorter. If you don't do it the flower will flop over. The stem will bend where it has wilted. If the flower was cared for properly, this may not even happen. But chances are good that the cut-to-vase cycle was not perfect. One more thing. If it is possible, test all your flowers. |
... what are the other names for Gerbera daisy?
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