Gaillardia X grandiflora 'Monarch'

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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.

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

1-3', 3-6'

Flower Color

Red, Yellow, Multi-Colored

Flower Season

Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Grey Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

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

Design Styles

Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Entry, Lawn, Parking Strip, Patio, Parking Lot, Walkways, With Rocks

Special Uses

Cut Flowers, Filler, Mass Planting, Lawn Substitute

Attracts Wildlife

Butterflies

Water Saving Tip:

Apply as little fertilizer as possible.

If you use fertilizer make sure it stays on the landscape, and carefully water it in so there is NO runoff.