50 Red Spider Gerbera Daisy Seeds | Gerbera jamesonii

Red Spider Gerbera Daisy (Gerbera jamesonii) is a striking variety known for its unique spider-like flower form, with narrow, curled petals in rich red tones. These cheerful blooms add a bold splash of color to garden beds, borders, and containers, and they also make excellent cut flowers. Gerbera daisies are popular for their long-lasting blooms and vibrant appearance, attracting pollinators to the garden.

Native to South Africa, Gerbera jamesonii is a tender perennial often grown as an annual in cooler climates. With proper care, it produces an abundance of flowers throughout the growing season. The Red Spider variety is particularly eye-catching, with its distinctive petal shape that sets it apart from traditional daisy forms.

Plant Features

• Unique spider-type flower form with narrow, curled petals
• Rich red blooms that attract pollinators
• Excellent for cut flower arrangements
• Long blooming season from summer to fall
• Compact growth habit suitable for containers and borders

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Gerbera jamesonii
• Plant Type: Tender perennial (often grown as annual)
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, rich soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged
• Growth Habit: Clump-forming
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 8-10
• Bloom Season: Summer to fall
• Mature Height: 10-18 inches
• Germination Requirements: Light needed for germination; press seeds into surface
• Spacing: 12-18 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last frost date. Press seeds lightly into the surface of a moist, well-draining seed-starting mix; do not cover as light aids germination. Maintain a temperature of 70-75°F (21-24°C) and keep the medium consistently moist but not soggy. Germination typically occurs in 14-21 days. Once seedlings have developed true leaves, transplant them into individual pots and grow on in bright light.

After the danger of frost has passed, harden off seedlings and transplant them outdoors in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Space plants 12-18 inches apart. Water regularly to keep the soil evenly moist, but avoid overhead watering to prevent crown rot. Mulch around plants to retain moisture and suppress weeds. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming. In cooler zones, treat as an annual or overwinter containers indoors.

What's Included

50 Red Spider Gerbera Daisy seeds (Gerbera jamesonii).