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Gaillardia grandiflora 'Mesa Bright Bicolor'

Blanket Flower


Photo courtesy of Ball Horticulture

  • Bright yellow flowers with red internal band
  • The width of the red band depends on environment, but flowers always have more yellow.
Border or Bed
Border or Bed
Container
Container
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Drought Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Heat Tolerant
Heat Tolerant
Long Blooming
Long Blooming
Low Maintenance
Low Maintenance



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: 14-16 in
Spacing: 24 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Red, Yellow
Zone: 5
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
 

Additional Characteristics & Attributes:


Attributes:

  • Mass Planting
  • Border or Bed
  • Drought Tolerant
  • Heat Tolerant
  • Focal Point
  • Container
  • Long Blooming
  • Rock Garden
  • Edging
  • Cut Flower/ Foliage
  • Low Maintenance

Critter Resistance:

  • Deer Resistant

Exposure:

  • Full Sun

Habit:

  • Upright

Foliage Color:

  • Dark Green

Season of Interest (Flowering):

  • Fall
  • Spring
  • Summer

Attracts Wildlife:

  • Attracts Butterflies

Soil Moisture:

  • Moist, Well-Drained