Gaillardia x Grandiflora Mesa Red Blanket Flower Drought Tolerant Garden Seeds

Gaillardia Seeds - Mesa Red

25 Seeds
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4.99
50 Seeds
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8.99

SEASON

Perennial

USDA ZONES

5 - 10

HEIGHT

14 - 16 inches

BLOOM SEASON

Spring

BLOOM COLOR

Red

ENVIRONMENT

Full sun

SOIL TYPE

Well-drained, lean, pH 6.2 - 7.2

DEER RESISTANT

Yes

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Blanket Flower (Gaillardia x Grandiflora Mesa Red) - The first seed F1 gaillardia fills quart and gallon containers quickly with bold, brilliant red color. These plants hold up under dry conditions, and they put out intense, nonfading color all season long.
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Planting Directions

TEMPERATURE

70F

AVERAGE GERM TIME

14 - 21 days

LIGHT REQUIRED

Yes

DEPTH

Seeds must be covered thinly, no more than the thickness of the seed

SOWING RATE

3 - 4 seeds per plant

MOISTURE

Keep seeds moist until germination

PLANT SPACING

20 - 24 inches

REQUIRED

Put in fridge for 4 - 6 weeds. Pour hot water over seeds, let soak 1-3...more Put in fridge for 4 - 6 weeds. Pour hot water over seeds, let soak 1-3 days until swelling is noticeable...less

Outsidepride Gaillardia Pulchella Seeds (Gaillardia Pulchella) are vibrant wildflowers for USDA zones 3-10. Our Blanket Flower seeds thrive in full sun, blooming throughout the summer and fall, growing up to 24 inches tall. Known for their drought tolerance, Our Blanket Flower attracts pollinators, making it a great addition to any garden. Available in 7 sizes: 25, 50, 1,000, 2,000, 5,000, 0.25 lb, and 1 lb, each packet offers a simple, low-maintenance way to add vibrant color to your garden all season long.
Our Gaillardia Pulchella offers an extraordinary mix of wildflower seeds that bring fiery reds and golden yellows to your garden, reminiscent of a stunning sunset. Varieties like Sundance Red, Mesa Red, Sundance Cream, and Red Indian provide a captivating palette of colors, making them perfect for attracting pollinators. These perennial wildflower seeds thrive in full sun and bloom from summer to fall, creating a dynamic, low-maintenance butterfly garden that bursts with vibrant beauty throughout the seasons.
Our Gaillardia Pulchella collection offers an exquisite selection of garden seeds that showcase vibrant reds, golden yellows, and soft creams, bringing your garden to life. Varieties like Sundance Red, Mesa Red, Sundance Cream, Sundance Bicolor, and Red Indian create a striking display of color, perfect for attracting bees and butterflies. Growing from 10 to 24 inches tall, these perennial flower seeds bloom from summer to fall, adding continuous beauty and bold, long-lasting color to your outdoor space.
To plant Gaillardia pulchella seeds, sow them directly outdoors in well-drained soil after the last frost, or start indoors 6-8 weeks prior. Lightly cover the seeds with soil and keep them moist until germination. Space seeds 12-18 inches apart to allow for proper growth. Gaillardia thrives in full sun and is drought-tolerant once established. Perfect for adding vibrant color to flower beds, borders, and meadows, these low-maintenance flowers bloom throughout the summer, making them an ideal choice for any garden.

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia x Grandiflora Mesa Red) - The first seed F1 gaillardia fills quart and gallon containers quickly with bold, brilliant red color. These plants hold up under dry conditions, and they put out intense, nonfading color all season long. Create more colourful landscapes and mixed containers with Mesa. Strong, early-flowering, well-branched plants fill quart and gallon containers quickly while maintaining the controlled height of 14 - 16 inches. Compared with other seed gaillardia, Mesa varieties are more uniform in habit and flowering time. Very drought tolerant once established.

If sowing Gaillardia seeds indoors, start 6 - 8 weeks before the last frost, use sterile starting soil and starter trays. Press the flower seeds into the soil and barely cover. Keeps seeds moist until germination. Cut back the Blanket Flower seedlings at transplanting to help it become more compact. If sowing Blanket Flower seeds outdoors, wait until danger of frost has passed. Sow flower seeds into prepared soil, cover lightly with fine garden or potting soil.

Common Questions

Q

Is blanket flower invasive?

A

Though blanket flowers reseed themselves, they are not invasive and can be easily pulled up from unwanted places.

Q

Does blanket flower bloom all summer?

A

Yes, blanket flowers bloom from early summer through the fall for long-lasting color.

Q

What plants pair with blanket flower?

A

The bold, daisy-like blooms complement soft textures such as Coreopsis and cosmos, along with airy ornamental grasses. For added contrast, consider pairing them with spiky plants like Kniphofia or Crocosmia.

Q

What are some good areas for using blanket flower in the landscape?

A

These flowers are suited well for beds and borders, containers, rock gardens, butterfly gardens, or prairies and meadows.

Q

Will any pollinators be attracted to the flowers?

A

Yes, bees, birds and butterflies all enjoy these flowers.

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