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Gusto™ Orange Zest Blanket Flower
Gaillardia
SKU #48346
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Allow soil to dry slightly before watering.
SIZE:
Reaches 14 in. tall, 16 to 18 in. wide.
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| Description | Amazingly bright orange blooms cover every inch of this mounded, compact perennial. New blooms open to cover spent flower centers, providing a continuous tidy appearance without deadheading. Heat tolerant and easy-care; great for hot, sunny garden beds. |
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| Bloom Time | Late spring into fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Edging |
| Flower Color | Orange |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in organically rich, loose, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild, periodic drought. Feed sparingly. No need to deadhead. Cut back to 3 in. above ground in early spring. |
Details
| Description | Amazingly bright orange blooms cover every inch of this mounded, compact perennial. New blooms open to cover spent flower centers, providing a continuous tidy appearance without deadheading. Heat tolerant and easy-care; great for hot, sunny garden beds. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Late spring into fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Edging |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Orange |
| Foliage Color | Green |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in organically rich, loose, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild, periodic drought. Feed sparingly. No need to deadhead. Cut back to 3 in. above ground in early spring. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Gusto™ Orange Zest Blanket Flower produce flowers?
Late spring into fall
Is Gusto™ Orange Zest Blanket Flower evergreen or deciduous?
Gusto™ Orange Zest Blanket Flower is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Gusto™ Orange Zest Blanket Flower?
Gusto™ Orange Zest Blanket Flower is Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Gusto™ Orange Zest Blanket Flower resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant
How fast does Gusto™ Orange Zest Blanket Flower grow?
Gusto™ Orange Zest Blanket Flower has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Gusto™ Orange Zest Blanket Flower in my landscape?
Gusto™ Orange Zest Blanket Flower is suitable for: Border, Container, Edging.
What color are Gusto™ Orange Zest Blanket Flower flowers?
Gusto™ Orange Zest Blanket Flower produces Orange flowers.
What color is the foliage of Gusto™ Orange Zest Blanket Flower?
Gusto™ Orange Zest Blanket Flower has Green foliage.
How do I care for Gusto™ Orange Zest Blanket Flower?
Thrives in organically rich, loose, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates mild, periodic drought. Feed sparingly. No need to deadhead. Cut back to 3 in. above ground in early spring.
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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.