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Gerberas: The Daisy's Underrated Sister | Colour, Meaning and Significance

If you love daisies or sunflowers, get ready for their bold and vibrant sister - the gerbera.

Gerberas Colour Meaning and Significance | Should I buy gerberas for my mother | What flowers to buy for a friend | Florists in NSW Central Coast

A bouquet of colourful geberas from Patricia's Flowers

(source: Patricia's Flowers Gerberas!)


Although they come from the same family, the gerbera and the daisy are two different flowers! Gerberas are often associated with sunshine, joy and the simple beauty of a very happy life.


Today, we're going to dive into what makes the gerbera unique and what it means to give or receive gerberas.


Table of contents

  1. How to tell gerberas and daisies apart

  2. The meaning behind different coloured gerberas

  3. Appropriate settings for gifting gerberas

  4. Closing remarks


1. Gerberas and Daisies


Just like one's eyebrows, gerberas and daisies are sisters but not twins.


Main differences:


Gerberas

Daisies

5 inches

1 to 4 inches

Pink, Red, Orange, Yellow, and White

White and Yellow

Wide and flat

Pointed

2. Meaning and Symbolism


Just like any other flower, different colours would mean different things.


  • Pink gerberas mean grace, gratitude and admiration.

  • Red gerberas mean, "completely immersed in love".

  • Orange gerberas mean, "you are the sunshine of my life."

  • Yellow gerberas mean happiness, optimism and friendship.

  • White gerberas mean the beauty of innocence and purity.


3. Gifting Gerberas


Gerberas are versatile as they are associated with many positive connotations, whether platonic or romantic.


A bouquet of yellow, pink and orange gerberas can be perfect to gift to a mother or sister.


White, pink and red gerberas could be a quirky alternative to Valentines roses.


Yellow gerberas, resembling sunflowers, can impress a fellow floral enthusiast and express your appreciation for the friendship.


4. Closing remarks


To conclude, gerberas are the fifth most popular flower in the world, and for good reason!


Whether a gift for a loved one or simply something to bring a pop of colour to your home, gerberas are stunning and perfect for beginners and floral veterans alike.



This page is powered by Patricia's Flowers, NSW Central Coast's trusted florist.





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