Gaillardia grandiflora 'Spin Top Red Starburst'
Blanket Flower
Photo courtesy of Swift Greenhouses, Inc.
- Bold yellow petals with red eyes
- Low compact mound of light green upright foliage
Border or Bed
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Drought Tolerant
Low Maintenance
Deer Resistant
Full Sun
Spring
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: 8-12 in
Spacing: 15-18 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Red, Yellow
Zone: 5-9
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Border or Bed
- Summer Bloomer
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Low Maintenance
- Focal Point
- Drought Tolerant
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Mounding
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Spring
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained