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.
Gaillardia grandiflora 'Arizona Red Shades'
Blanket Flower
Gaillardia 'Arizona Red Shades' - Blanket Flower from Moose Crossing Garden Center
- Dark crimson-red blooms
- Compact, uniform growth
- Blooms all summer
- Great border plant
Border or Bed
Container
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Drought Tolerant
Fast Growing
Heat Tolerant
Long Blooming
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers average to organically rich, well-drained soil with medium moisture and full sun. Drought tolerant once established. Deadheading tidies the plant and may encourage additional flowers. If flowering declines in summer the foliage can be cut back to encourage a fall bloom. Some varieties will self-seed in good conditions if some spent flowers are left on the plant. Additionally, birds may eat the seeds if spent flowers are left.
Height: 10-12 in
Spread: 10-12 in
Spacing: 10-12 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Red
Zone: 2-10
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Summer Bloomer
- Heat Tolerant
- Salt Tolerant
- Border or Bed
- Drought Tolerant
- Long Blooming
- Edging
- Container
- Fast Growing
- Low Maintenance
Critter Resistance:
- Rabbit Resistant
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Upright
- Mounding
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
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.