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2013: Year of Gerbera!


From National National Garden Bureau:


Every year, National Garden Bureau names one ed- ible, one annual and one perennial as the featured crops for that year, and 2013 is the Year of the Ger- bera. NGB, along with its members, provide these tips about a flower beloved by many: Gerbera is an extensive genus and a member of the sunflower family (Asteraceae). There are approxi- mately 30 species in the wild, extending to South America, Africa, and tropical Asia. The meanings of Gerbera flowers come from those attributed to the general daisy family. These meanings include beauty, innocence and purity. In addition, Gerberas hold an added meaning of cheerfulness, which stems from the assortment of colors available. Many consumers have their first encounter with Ger- bera as cut flowers since Gerbera is the fifth most- used cut flower in the world (after rose, carnation, chrysanthemum, and tulip). Gerberas as cut flowers offer a rich color palette and beautiful flower forms from single to semi-double.


To learn more visit www.ngb.org


National Garden Bureau is an U.S. non-profit orga- nization promoting gardening on behalf of the horti- culture industry. Thier purpose is to educate, to inspire and motivate people to increase their use of plants in homes, gardens and workplaces by being the market- ing arm of the gardening industry.


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