Question
I plant Gerbera Daisies in pots outside in the summer and they bloom quite well.  I keep them in a heated garage oveer winter with grow lights and they return every year.  However, they will not bloom after the first year.  Is there something I can do to promote blooming?

Thank you.

Answer
Dear Richard,
 While wintering them over, keep them in a cool place that is mostly dark.  If you put them under growlights, they will continue to act like they are growing.  All plants need a dormancy period.  Try a little darkness and coolness-keep them a little damp.

Sijka