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If grown from seed, they will bloom in their second year and will put out hundreds of large showy blooms of flowers, in bright shades of reds, yellows, and slightly orange colors throughout the warm season months all the way till fall. These perennial favorites are grown easily from seeds, and planted directly into your garden, sometime after the last frost date of winter (or started indoors about 4 to 6 weeks earlier). Blanket Flower Care Gaillardia X Grandiflora is fully hardy to flourish in USDA Zones 3 to 10. Due to extensive hybridizing, you will likely be able to find a variety to fit your zone and climate conditions. The flower can reseed and easily sprawl throughout your garden. Since the original plants are hybrids, expect some variations from the self-seeding process. Gaillardias are such long bloomers that they work equally well in borders and in containers. Blanket flowers do well with other heat-loving plants that thrive in full sun. The bold, daisy-like flowers blend especially well with soft textures, like thread-leaf Coreopsis and cosmos, as well as airy ornamental grasses. For more contrast, plant them with spiky plants like Kniphofia, Crocosmia, or daylilies. ‘Burgundy’ contrasts well with blue flowers, like Salvia and veronica. All the Gaillardia varieties make excellent cut flowers. Light These plants thrive best in full sun. The blanket flower can also handle partial shade, particularly in the hot climates. SoilGaillardia prefers poor soil. Do not amend with rich matter or overly fertilize. It is not particular about soil pH, but it does need well-draining soil. It will grow in somewhat moist conditions, but heavy clay soil will probably kill it. Water immediately after planting, water deeply to encourage good root development. Check soil frequently (every other day or so) to ensure the soil is moist but not soggy one inch below soil line. Once established, Gaillardia is extremely drought tolerant. It can go without watering unless there are extremely hot and dry conditions, then it’s best to water the bed once or twice per week. Avoid over-watering. Temperature and HumidityBlanket flowers thrive in full sun and can withstand hot summer temperatures. They do not require a humid environment and do better in hot, dry climates over cool, moist ones. In cooler climates, protect your overwintering blanket flowers with a thick layer of mulch. FertilizerPoor soils seem to encourage more flowering than rich soils, so go easy on (or avoid) the fertilizer. PruningBlanket flower does not require deadheading to keep blooming, but the plants will look better and be fuller if you do cut the stems back when the flowers start to fade. You will also get more continuous flowering with deadheading, so don’t be shy about it. Deadheading isn’t mandatory, but it may stimulate additional blooms. If the plant languishes in the heat of summer, cutting it back dramatically may reinvigorate it for good fall blooming. Propagating Blanket FlowersThere are seeds for many Gaillardia x Grandiflora varieties. You can sow them in the spring or Get a head start by sowing in late summer and protecting the young plants over the winter. Since the plants can be short-lived and hybrids don’t grow true from self-seeding, it is best to divide the plants every two to three years in the spring or fall to try to keep them going. Follow these steps to divide blanket flowers: Use a spade to dig a circle about 6 inches to 8 inches around the mound of blanket flowers that need dividing. Dig down about a foot to release the root ball. Lift the root ball from the soil using the spade. Shake the root ball slightly to remove some of the dirt to expose the roots. Gently tease roots apart with your fingers or use a sterile, sharp knife to divide into two or three clumps. Each clump should include a few shoots of foliage. Replant divisions in a prepared area that will allow the roots to spread. Once roots are covered with soil, water thoroughly to moisten the roots. Keep the soil moist, but not soggy, until you see the plant is no longer stressed, and then cut back on watering as you would with established blanket flowers. FAQ Are blanket flowers easy to grow? Blanket flowers are fairly foolproof if planted in any well-drained soil in a full-sun location. Do blanket flowers attract butterflies? Blanket flowers attract butterflies as well as small birds, like weed-eating finches, which are always a welcome addition to any garden. Common Names: blanket flower Botanical Name Gaillardia x Grandiflora Family Asteraceae Plant Type Herbaceous perennial Mature Size 24in. tall; 12 to 20in. spread Sun Exposure Full sun to partial sun Soil Type Poor, well-draining soil Soil pH 6.1 to 6.5 (slightly acidic) Bloom Time Repeat bloomer, summer through fall Flower Color Various shades of red, yellow, orange, or peach Hardiness Zones 3-10 (USDA); varies by variety Native Area Cultivated hybrid; parents are native North American wildflowers Toxicity Can be Slightly toxic to humans if consumed. Please Note Our Return Policy At SaveDoe: THERE’S NEVER ANY RESTOCKING FEES ON ANYTHING YOU PURCHASE and We Will Insure your Satisfaction on Every Item! If There’s Ever A Problem, Just Let US Know and We’ll Respond with a Solution, Giving You, Our Customer, “Pure Total Satisfaction” no questions asked! We Resolve All Complaints Directly, Just select, “ASK A QUESTION” then select OTHER, to the seller. 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