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Gaillardia pulchella 'Baltoryell' (Torch Yellow)

Family Compositae
Plant Type annual
Zone
Care Level
Height 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 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 neutral to alkaline

Description Gaillardia pulchella 'Baltoryell' (Torch Yellow) (firewheel) bears showy, bright yellow and repeat-blooming flowers during early summer to mid autumn. This annual is upright and has greyish green foliage that is matte and medium textured.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, tropical and wild flower.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Gaillardia pulchella 'Baltoryell' (Torch Yellow) tolerates compacted soil, pollution and salt. This annual attracts birds and butterflies to your garden.
Cautions With its fast growth rate, Gaillardia pulchella 'Baltoryell' (Torch Yellow) (firewheel) 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. Be advised that Gaillardia pulchella 'Baltoryell' (Torch Yellow) (firewheel) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.