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Gerbera: A Flower for All Seasons
October 13/2006
"A man for all seasons" a reference to many a man, but what
about a flower for all seasons? Commonly referred to as the
Gerbera, the Baberton daisy (Gerbera jamesonii) is just such
a creature.
Gerbera Daisy In The Wild
One of the most amazing aspects of the gerbera is the color
palette; which contains a wide array of pinks, reds,
oranges, yellows, and whites. Gerbera daisies with dusky
oranges, reds with an orange undertone, and intense yellows
create a cornucopia of fall colors. As the Christmas season
approaches its snowy whites and deep reds give a sense of
long ago traditions.
During the cold and blustery winter months, lovely rose and
salmon colored gerberas give a hint that spring is just
around the corner. The multitudes of red shades make a
wonderful selection for Valentine's Day. Spring is renewed
with a celebration of vibrant orange, pink, yellow and red
gerbera daisies. Sizzling yellows, oranges, and hot pinks
jump right into the summer season.
Color is not the only facet of the gerbera that makes it a
flower for all seasons. Versatility is a fantastic
characteristic of the gerbera. This flower with its large
daisy blooms is strong enough to stand alone in any simple
or elegant container, yet it is a great companion to a
multitude of other flowers. Combine gerberas with mums and a
few fall leaves for a beautiful Thanksgiving arrangement. A
festive display for the holiday season would be to highlight
Christmas greenery with deep red gerbera daisies. Transform
any ordinary mixed flower arrangement into a spectacular one
by tucking in a few gerberas. Gerbera daisies are like a
wonderful friend -- on their own they shine, yet they
enhance the beauty of others.
Gerbera Daisy
Vase Arrangement
There is a recent trend occurring through the nation;
extending the living area to the outside. The traditional
patio with only a grill and a set of table and chairs is
replaced with a new patio design. We now have not only the
table, chairs, and a grill, but also loveseats, outdoor
coffee tables, fire pits, and lounges. Our patio is now a
room and therefore must be decorated. Here is a great
opportunity for our flower for all seasons. Growing gerbera
daisies in this setting is easy because they require little
care. A gerbera daisy can be potted in a colorful container
enhancing the color scheme of the new outdoor room, or
planted in the ground around the patio. For those outdoor
dining parties, you can snip a few of your potted gerbera
blooms and bang, you have a table arrangement.
As you can see, the gerbera daisy, as a cut or potted flower
is truly a flower for all seasons. So, for your next special
occasion have Belmar Flower Shop send your loved one a vase
of gerbera daisies. Whether you are the creative type or
not, you can pick up some gerberas and with little effort,
decorate for a party or enhance a room. Because of its
versatility, the gerbera daisy is boundless in its uses.
Remember, gerbera daisies are great for every occasion and
easily found at Belmar Flower Shop.
Belmar Flower Shop Inc.
Reprinted with permission from
FlowerShopNetwork.Com
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