Barbican Yellow with Red Ring Blanket Flower

  Twice the flower power of other Blanket Flowers. Lush overlapping petals tipped in yellow flaunt a wide crimson-red center ring.  Very drought resistant. Twice the flower power with a much more dense, rounded habit than others. A carefree perennial (zone 7) with vibrant flowers that bloom nearly nonstop all season. Perfect for hot sunny borders and cutting gardens. Care Allow soil to dry slightly before watering. Place in a location with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight per day, but preferably more. Best grown as a perennial in zones 4-9. Plant in well-drained, loose, organically rich soil. Growth Habit Daisy-like flowers reliably bloom late spring through summer. Ideal for xeriscape landscape designs. Gaillardia Barbican™ Yellow Red blankets compact low mounds of downy, olive green leaves highlighted by bold, long-blooming flowers. Reaches 14 to 18 in. tall and wide. Toxicity Blanket flower is a safe choice for pets and is also reported to be resistant to deer.  Just in case you don't know, when you participate in the America's Gardens "We Know The Dirt" Garden Growing Club, you receive THREE outdoor perennial plants for the price of TWO! That's three healthy & happy strong mix and match varieties (bringing exquisite season long color to your home) on sale. Talk to one of our peeps at the garden center; they'll know how to get you started. If you're buying on-line, just register for the club on-line so you don't miss the savings.