Gaillardia, Blanket Flower Mix 'Whirligig' ~ 125 seeds
- Sun Preference
- Full-Sun
- Bloom Time
- Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall, Fall
Description
This easy-care cultivar of the native prairie flower blooms nonstop from late spring through fall, loves the sun and can take the heat. Plants grow 1½-2 feet tall, with straight stems and masses of globe- shaped blossoms in intricate patterns of rich red, mahogany and golden yellow. Enjoy abundant flowers all season that nurture pollinators, especially butterflies, plus you can count on a constant supply of colorful blooms for casual bouquets. At season’s end, the nutritious seed will feed songbirds.
Gaillardia pulchella. Frost tender.
PLANT IN May – June
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Details
Plant after frost danger is over and night temperatures are evenly above 50°F (10°C). Sow seeds in a well-worked seedbed in fullsun, 2 inches apart, with rows 12inches apart. Cover very lightly and gently firm soil. Keep soil evenly moist; germination takes 10-15 days.
3-4 weeks before last expected frost, sow seeds 1 inch apart in seed starting mix and cover very lightly. Keep warm and moist and provide a strong light source until seedlings are well established. Transplant after gradually acclimating to outdoor conditions
Space seedlings 12 inches apart when large enough to handle.
Gaillardia aka blanketflower grows easily if given good drainage and a sunny location. Once established, plants can tolerate hot and dry weather, blooming hard and literally covering the ground with a “blanket” of brilliant color.
Pick flowers often for in-door bouquets. The blossoms attract a massive array of bees, butterflies and other pollinators. At season’s end, the spent seed heads provide nutritious food for hungry songbirds. Bonus! Deer and rabbits tend to avoid these!
More Information
| Brand | Renee's Garden |
|---|---|
| Seed Packet Type | Flowers |
| Common Family Name | Blanket Flower |
| Sun Preference | Full-Sun |
| Deer Resistant | No |
| Bloom Time | Summer, Late Summer, Early Fall, Fall |
| Plant Life Cycle | Annual |
| Mature Height (Range) | 13" - 24" |
| Spacing in Row | 2" |
| Planting Depth | cover lightly |
| Days to Germination | 10-15 |
| Manufacturer Number | 5702 |