Gaillardia grandiflora 'Mesa Yellow'
Blanket Flower
![Gaillardia grandiflora 'Mesa Yellow' Blanket Flower from Moose Crossing Garden Center](_ccLib/image/plants/DETA-887.jpg)
Photo courtesy of Ball Horticulture
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- Bright yellow blossoms
- Compact sturdy plant
- Long bloom time
![Border or Bed](image/chars/char-112.png)
Border or Bed
![Container](image/chars/char-110.png)
Container
![Cut Flower/ Foliage](image/chars/char-109.png)
Cut Flower/ Foliage
![Drought Tolerant](image/chars/char-107.png)
Drought Tolerant
![Heat Tolerant](image/chars/char-76.png)
Heat Tolerant
![Long Blooming](image/chars/char-86.png)
Long Blooming
![Mass Planting](image/chars/char-29.png)
Mass Planting
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Does best in poor, loose soil with little to no soil enrichment. Deadhead to extend bloom time. Divide every 2-3 years in spring or fall.
Height: 16-18 in
Spacing: 18 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Yellow
Zone: 5
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Container
- Long Blooming
- Mass Planting
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Heat Tolerant
- Focal Point
- Border or Bed
- Drought Tolerant
- Rock Garden
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Dark Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
- Fall
- Spring
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained