GERBERA 'GARVINEA® SWEET FROSTING' – A beautiful white Gerbera Daisy from the Garvinea® series, known for exceptional disease resistance and nonstop blooming. Unlike standard Gerberas, this hardy variety thrives outdoors and flowers from spring through fall ☀️.
‘Sweet Frosting’ produces elegant white blooms with soft yellow centers, held above mounding green foliage. It’s a pollinator favorite and perfect for garden borders, containers, or cut flower gardens .
- Pure white flowers with yellow centers
- Hardy in zones 7-10 (can be annual in colder zones)
- Full sun to part sun
- Height 12–18 inches, Spread 12–15 inches
- Long-blooming and disease-resistant Gerbera Daisy
Note: Plants are shipped in nursery pots and may not arrive in bloom. With sunlight and warmth, blooms will appear and continue all season .
We cannot ship this plant to California due to agricultural restrictions.
Growing Zones: 7-10
| Mature Height: | 12 to 18 Inches |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun to Part Sun |
| Mature width: | 12 to 15 Inches |
| Botanical Name: | Gerbera 'Garvinea® Sweet Frosting' |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
FAQ's
Is Garvinea® Sweet Frosting a perennial?
Yes, in zones 7–10 it behaves as a perennial. In colder zones, it can be grown as an annual or overwintered indoors in pots.
How is it different from regular Gerbera daisies?
Garvinea® Gerberas are bred to be hardier, longer-blooming, and more resistant to pests and diseases compared to regular florist-type Gerberas.
Does it bloom all season?
Yes! Garvinea® Sweet Frosting blooms from early spring through the first frost, producing dozens of blooms over time.
Can I grow it in containers?
Yes, it performs beautifully in pots or patio containers. Just make sure the pot drains well and gets at least 4–6 hours of sun daily.
What color are the flowers?
‘Sweet Frosting’ features bright white petals with a light yellow center—perfect for clean, fresh garden design or cutting for floral arrangements.
Do pollinators like it?
Yes, bees and butterflies are drawn to its long-lasting blooms, making it a great pollinator-friendly plant.
How do I maintain it?
Deadhead spent blooms to encourage more flowers. Water regularly, especially in heat, and fertilize monthly during active growth.
Is it deer-resistant?
Garvinea® varieties are generally not favored by deer, but protection is recommended in heavy deer zones.
Can I cut the flowers for bouquets?
Absolutely! These are great for cutting and have a long vase life. Cut stems in the morning and place immediately in cool water.
Will it survive winter outdoors?
Yes, in zones 7–10. In colder zones, bring potted plants indoors or treat as an annual. Mulching helps protect roots from light frost.
