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Does my Gerbera daisy have bugs? #927815

Asked April 08, 2026, 11:49 AM EDT

I have a Gerbera daisy plant that has flecks on the leaves. It seems healthy ... getting new leaves and flowers. But the flowers droop soon after sprouting.

Carver County Minnesota

Expert Response

See these web pages https://hgic.clemson.edu/factsheet/gerbera-daisy/ https://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?kempercode=a518 It is possible that your plants are over watered? The spots on your leaves look more like dust or something similiar rather than an insect. My insect app does not identify any insect infestation. Use a magnifying glass and check the bottoms of the leaves to see if anything is moving. Or check with the Carver Extension Master Gardeners and see if anyone would inspect your plant in person. https://extension.umn.edu/local/carver

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