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Sunset Celebration Blanket Flower
Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Celebration' PP #26,969
Pronunciation: gay-LAR-dee-uh gran-dih-FLOR-uh
SKU #40881
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Allow soil to dry slightly before watering.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 14 to 16 in. tall and wide.
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| Description | Perpetual, rich red flowers that will not fade in the summer heat. Blooms from late spring or summer, right up until frost if spent blooms are regularly removed. A showy and easy to grow addition to sunny beds, borders, and container plantings. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring to late fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Salvia (Salvia); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Coneflower (Echinacea); Blue Fescue (Festuca); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum) |
| 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. Remove spent blooms to encourage profuse flowering. Cut back to 3 in. above ground in early spring. |
Details
| Description | Perpetual, rich red flowers that will not fade in the summer heat. Blooms from late spring or summer, right up until frost if spent blooms are regularly removed. A showy and easy to grow addition to sunny beds, borders, and container plantings. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring to late fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Patent Act | Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent. |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Red |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Salvia (Salvia); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Coneflower (Echinacea); Blue Fescue (Festuca); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum) |
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. Remove spent blooms to encourage profuse flowering. Cut back to 3 in. above ground in early spring. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Sunset Celebration Blanket Flower produce flowers?
Spring to late fall
Is Sunset Celebration Blanket Flower evergreen or deciduous?
Sunset Celebration Blanket Flower is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Sunset Celebration Blanket Flower?
Sunset Celebration Blanket Flower is Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators.
Is Sunset Celebration Blanket Flower resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant
How fast does Sunset Celebration Blanket Flower grow?
Sunset Celebration Blanket Flower has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Sunset Celebration Blanket Flower in my landscape?
Sunset Celebration Blanket Flower is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color are Sunset Celebration Blanket Flower flowers?
Sunset Celebration Blanket Flower produces Red flowers.
What color is the foliage of Sunset Celebration Blanket Flower?
Sunset Celebration Blanket Flower has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Sunset Celebration Blanket Flower?
Good companion plants for Sunset Celebration Blanket Flower include: Salvia (Salvia); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Coneflower (Echinacea); Blue Fescue (Festuca); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum).
How do I care for Sunset Celebration 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. Remove spent blooms to encourage profuse flowering. Cut back to 3 in. above ground in early spring.
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