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Gaillardia Dwarf Goblin
Blanket Flower |
USDA Zone: 2-9 |
Plant number: 1.220.050
(='Kobold') Blanket Flowers are one of the longest-blooming perennials, well suited to hot sunny sites. This selection forms a low mound of olive-green leaves, bearing large flame red daisies, each petal tipped with golden yellow. Removing faded flowers will greatly extend the blooming season. Outstanding for edging, borders, rock gardens or containers. Plants should be divided in early spring every 2 to 3 years. These will not tolerate wet, heavy clay soil, particularly in the winter. Flowers are attractive to butterflies, and also excellent for cutting.
Further details for
Gaillardia Dwarf Goblin
Optimal Growing
Conditions |
Appearance and
Characteristics |
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Soil Type
Normal or
Sandy or
Clay
Soil pH
Neutral or
Alkaline or
Acid
Soil Moisture
Average or
Dry
Care Level
Easy
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Flower Colour
Gold
Red
Blooming Time
Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer
Early Fall
Foliage Color
Light Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Alpine & Rock
Attracts Butterflies
Border
Containers
Cut Flower
Deer Resistant
Drought Tolerant
Edging
Rabbit Resistant
Massed
Height
20-30 cm
8-12 inches
Spread
25-30 cm
10-12 inches
Foot Traffic
None
Growth Rate
Fast
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