Upright, short-lived, clump-forming perennial. Daisy-like flowers in a wide range of colors and bicolors such as red, orange, peach and yellow. Plants range from semi-double to double flowers and dwarf varieties. Blooms late spring to fall. Lance-shaped, grey-green leaves. Great in perennial borders, cottage gardens and cutting gardens.
SpinTop®
Gaillardia aristata 'SpinTop Mango'
Blanket Flower
Gaillardia aristata 'SpinTop Mango' - Blanket Flower from Moose Crossing Garden Center
- Orange petals with yellow tips
- Mounded, upright habit and bright green foliage
- Continuous color all season if deadheaded
Border or Bed
Container
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Dried Flower/ Foliage
Drought Tolerant
Fast Growing
Heat Tolerant
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers average, moist, well-drained soil Does tolerate poor, dry soil Deadhead to extend bloom time Cutting back to 6" in late summer may increase winter hardiness
Height: 12-14 in
Spread: 12-16 in
Spacing: 12 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Orange, Yellow
Zone: 3-9
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Fast Growing
- Low Maintenance
- Mass Planting
- Border or Bed
- Dried Flower/ Foliage
- Summer Bloomer
- Heat Tolerant
- Edging
- Container
- Drought Tolerant
- Long Blooming
- Salt Tolerant
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
- Rabbit Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Mounding
- Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
- Fall
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Songbirds
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Dry Soil
Genus Overview: Gaillardia
Common Name: Blanket Flower
Upright, short-lived, clump-forming perennial. Daisy-like flowers in a wide range of colors and bicolors such as red, orange, peach and yellow. Plants range from semi-double to double flowers and dwarf varieties. Blooms late spring to fall. Lance-shaped, grey-green leaves. Great in perennial borders, cottage gardens and cutting gardens.