Gaillardia × grandiflora ‘Celebration

Blanket Flower

USDA Zone: 5-9

Plant number: 1.220.200

Blanket Flowers are valuable in the perennial border. This selection blooms profusely over a long period, forming a low, compact mound of grey-green, hairy foliage. Flowers appear spring through fall and have a single row of colourfast, red petals on strong stems. Thrives in hot, sunny sites. Attractive to butterflies. Drought tolerant once established. Not the best choice for heavy clay soil that will stay wet through the winter. Removing faded flowers will encourage constant blooming. USPPP: unlicensed propagation prohibited. Registerd with COPF.

Further details for
Gaillardia × grandiflora ‘Celebration

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Soil Type
Normal or
Sandy

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture
Dry

Care Level
Easy

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Red

Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
  Mid Spring
  Late Spring
  Early Fall

Foliage Color
Grey Green

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Attracts Butterflies
  Attracts Hummingbirds
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Edging
  Rabbit Resistant
  Massed

Flower Head Size
Large

Height
35-40 cm
14-16 inches

Spread
30-35 cm
12-14 inches

Foot Traffic
None

Growth Rate
Medium