Fruit and Floral Arrangements: Protecting Gerberas from Ethylene Gas

Sliced citrus (oranges, lemons, limes) releases ethylene gas, which drastically shortens the life of gerbera daisies and hydrangeas.

Best Practice: Vase-Within-a-Vase

1. Place a smaller watertight container inside the 5" square vase.
2. Fill the gap with sliced fruit.
3. Arrange gerberas in the inner vase with water and floral foam.
4. Tape the inner vase opening in a grid pattern to hold stems.

Alternative: Colored Floral Foam

Use bright colored Oasis foam (powder, cubed, or block) as the mechanic—it's decorative and eliminates the need to cover foam.

Pro Tip

Ask your florist for Chrysal Gerber Pills to extend gerbera life.