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Gaillardia X grandiflora 'Monarch'

Monarch Blanket Flower

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Description

Gaillardia grandiflora 'Monarch' is a perennial. It grows to 2'-4' high, 1.5' wide, with roughish, gray green foliage and single flowers 3"-4" across. Blooms from summer through mid fall on thin, erect stems. This perennial prefers full sun, well draining soil, regular watering. Take care not to overwater. Tolerates heat. Attracts butterflies and bees. Will self-sow unless you deadhead. Does not need fertilizer.

 

Sun

Full

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam, Rocky

Soil Condition

Average, Poor, Well-drained, Dry

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

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Water-wise plants can be beautiful as well as practical.

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