Care

Planting & Growing
Thrives in organically rich, loose, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate periodic drought. Feed sparingly. Remove spent blooms to encourage profuse flowering. Cut back to 3 in. above ground in early spring.

Attracts Pollinators, Butterflies
Deer Resistant Yes
Evergreen or Deciduous Deciduous
Family Name Blanket Flower
Flower Color Multicolored
Bloom Time Summer through Fall
Foliage Color Green
Genus Name Gaillardia
Growth Rate Medium
Hardiness Zone 3
Landscape Uses Border, Container, Cutting Garden, Firescaping/Firewise, Wildlife Garden
Light Needs Full Sun
Mature Height 1 foot
Mature Width 2 feet
Prune Time Spring Cleanup
Water Needs Dry to Average
Waterwise Waterwise