Gaillardia
Goblin
Blanket Flower
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Type:
Perennials
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Height:
Short 12" (Plant 15" apart)
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Bloom Time:
Early Summer to Early Fall
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Sun-Shade:
Full Sun to Mostly Sunny
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Zones:
3-9
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Soil Condition:
Normal, Sandy
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Flower Color / Accent:
Red /
Yellow
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Gaillardia Goblin adds a flamboyant color scheme to the garden. Pleasing banded flowers with sunny yellow serrated tips surround orange petals to give it a ruffled appearance. Compact low mounds of downy, olive green leaves are highlighted by the bold, long-blooming flowers. Very drought resistant. Pairs nicely with the soft blues of perennial Geraniums. Completely carefree.
Features to Note:
- Good for Cut Flowers
- Seaside/Salt tolerant
- Hot Dry site tolerant
- OK in containers - see FAQ for overwintering
- Attracts Butterflies
- Blooms for 4 weeks or more
- Deer Resistant
- For a sunny spot
General Information:
Gaillardia are completely carefree. From the early summer on, very showy banded flowers "blanket" this plant. The ends of the petals have a torn, ruffled appearance. Butterflies are drawn to it.
Plant Care:
New plantlets can be started by cutting straight down along the side of a clump in midsummer. New plants will form at the severed roots. Best in poor loose soils (no clay).
