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Botanical Name: Gaillardia
Common Name: Blanket Flower
Hardiness: Zone 3 - 9
Exposure: Full Sun
Bloom Time: Summer
Flower Colours: Red, Yellow
Foliage: Medium Green
Height: 12 - 30 inches
Spread: 18 - 24 inches
Soil Type: Average
Moisture: Well drained
Care Level: Easy
Gaillardia Goblin

General Description:
Bright daisy-like blooms, 4 inches across, flower all summer long with a little deadheading help. Good choice for hot, dry areas as they are very drought tolerant.
-The Goblin is a dwarf variety 8-12", easy to grow and a hardy perennial in this zone. Nice compact habit. Works well is a mass planted, wildflower display.
-Aristata Burgundy showy deep wine red 4" blooms with slight pale yellow centers and gray green foliage. Nice tall stems for cutting. 24-36"

Care and Maintenance:
Full sun and a well drained location. No staking or winter protection required. Cut back in the fall.

Uses & Features:
Front/Mid Border
Bright specimen
Long bloomer
Cut flower
Country Garden
Large Containers
Attracts Butterflies
Varieties Available:
x grandiflora:
Goblin
arista Burgundy
Arizona Sun