FREE: Gaillardia Red seeds

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Gaillardia prefers full sun, sandy or loamy soil that drains well, yet it has a high tolerance for poor soils and rocky locations. It is very drought tolerant. In fact, Blanket Flower plants are a popular choice for use in low watering zones of Xeriscape.

Gaillardia propagation is by seed or root divisions planted in early spring. Here are some simple steps for growing Gaillardia from seed:

Select and prepare a site that is in full sun (6 – 8 hours each light of sun), loosen the soil and add compost, raking it smooth.
Scatter the Blanket Flower seeds over the surface and lightly rake 1/8 inch of soil over the top of the flower seeds.
Keep the soil moist for germination.
Once a set of true leaves appear, thin Gaillardia seedlings to about 18 inches apart.

Gaillardia care includes the following:

Once established, water Gaillardia plants sparingly, letting the soil dry out between waterings. Too much water will cause root rot.
A slow-release all purpose fertilizer can be added to the soil at the time of planting, or liquid fertilizers can be applied every month during the flowering season.
To promote continued flowering, remove the faded flowers.
At the end of the season, leave some blooms to let their seeds drop. Cut back the foliage and cover with a light mulch for winter protection.
The perennial Blanket Flower should be divided every 2 – 3 years or when the inside of the Gaillardia plant becomes woody.