Gerbera Daisy – Watering Question. Moisture Meter.

Question

I recently got a Gerbera to grow inside in a pot. I am just curious what type of level on the moisture meter I should be aiming for with this flower? I am not sure how picky they are. I know the meter has the first three as dry, the last three as wet, and the middle is a span of 4 pips. I have been aiming at checking it and just making sure it is in the green area, but I figured asking to be safe was probably a good idea.

Answer 1

You want it to go between wet and dry. The idea is to let it fluctuate, since keeping it saturated will suffocate the plant.

Another thing to consider is that these plants grow in dry areas, and will not tolerate wet soils. Make sure to water until it comes out of the drainage holes, then get rid of all extra water that spills out into the saucer. Do not water until the meter says "dry" down to a little more than halfway into the container.

Here are some articles that will help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-moisture-in-plants.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/flowers/gerbera-daisy/gerbera-daisies-indoors.htm