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Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Oranges and Lemons'

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 10b   RHS:   H - HH   EGF:   H1 - G1   Australia:   1 - 4  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 35 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Oranges and Lemons' (blanket flower) bears showy, bright orange, fragrant and repeat-blooming blooms during early summer to late autumn. This herbaceous perennial is clump forming and has faded green and greyish green foliage that is matte and medium textured.
Typical Uses Accent, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, dried flowers and mass planting.
Special Characteristics Hummingbirds and butterflies are attracted to Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Oranges and Lemons' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought and salt.