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Blanket Flower 'Burgundy'

Gaillardia aristata 'Burgundy'

Photo: Blanket Flower 'Burgundy'

Photo: Blanket Flower 'Burgundy'

General description

Deep burgundy blooms are 3" across with a button-like center which emerges bright yellow and then slowly changes to velvety red. Flowers bloom coming continuously from early summer into the fall, gracing gardens and containers alike with fresh vibrant blanket flowers. Once established Burgundy is very easy, proving its heat tolerance and best garden performance when grown in poorer soils. The blanket flower can still be found in fields and along roadsides in the prairie region and into the Rockies.

Plant requirements

Plants should be divided every 2 to 3 years, in early spring. Not the best choice for heavy clay soil that will stay wet through the winter. 

Maintenance

Removing faded flowers will encourage constant blooming.

Practical use

Accent: Good Texture/Form
Attracts Butterflies
Border
Containers
Cut Flower
Deer Resistant
Drought Tolerant
Rabbit Resistant
Massed 

Properties

Height
22 - 30 cm
Color
Soil type
Clay, Loam, Sand
Sunlight
Full sun
PH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Moisture
Well-drained
Hardiness
Hardy