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Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Torchlight'

Family Compositae
Plant Type
Zone USDA:   2a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 65 - 75 cm (2 - 2.5 ft)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Torchlight' (blanket flower) bears bright yellow blossoms during early summer to early autumn. This plant has faded green foliage.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers and mass planting.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Torchlight' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Torchlight' (blanket flower) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner.