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When choosing locations for in-ground gerbera daisies, pay attention to drainage. These flowers need a site with good drainage to avoid problems with crown rot. Perpetually damp sites can cause problems. Choose locations with full sun in northern climates and spots with afternoon shade in the southern US. 

Gerbera daisies do best in slightly acidic soils, with a pH of 5.5-6.5. Fortunately, that’s the sweet spot for many other flowers and vegetables, so you won’t have to worry about the exact pH. 

When to Plant Gerbera Daisies

Gerbera daisies can be planted–or set outside–once the danger of frost has passed in spring. If starting them from seed, sow them about 10 weeks before your last frosts.

How to Plant Gerbera Daisies

• Gerbera daisies purchased as young nursery plants are super easy to transplant. Don’t forget to harden them off prior to planting outdoors.
• Loosen the soil and add some compost or aged manure.
• Dig a hole about as deep and a little wider than the current rootball.
• Trim off any girdling or circling roots, and score the rootball if the plant is potbound to encourage new growth.
• Place the plant in the hole, adjusting the depth so the crown is slightly above ground level. The crown is the point where the stem meets the soil. 
• Fill the hole with the soil you removed and tamp it in with your hands to remove any air pockets.
• Water well and apply mulch.

Gerbera daisies are often repotted into larger containers instead of planted in the ground. If repotting, follow the steps above using a good-quality potting mix. Keep in mind the need to adjust the depth so the crown is just above the soil surface, not buried.