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Gaillardia x grandiflora

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 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Gaillardia x grandiflora (blanket flower) bears showy, bright yellow, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during early summer to late autumn. This plant is clump forming and has matte and medium textured foliage that is medium green and faded green in colour.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, annual, bedding plant, border, container and cut flowers.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts birds and butterflies to your garden. Gaillardia x grandiflora tolerates drought.
Cautions The growth rate of Gaillardia x grandiflora (blanket flower) is fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Depending upon your local conditions, Gaillardia x grandiflora (blanket flower) may be invasive.