Gailardia, Indian Blanket

Excellent for cutting, Gaillardia 'Burgundy' (Blanket Flower) is a bushy, often short-lived herbaceous perennial with large, deep wine-red flowers, up to 3 in. across (7 cm), adorned with a button-like center which emerges bright yellow and then slowly matures to oxblood-red. Blooming continuously from early summer into fall, the daisy-like flowers are borne on very long stems and are ideal for cutting. Rich of nectar, the flowers are real magnets for butterflies. Drought and heat tolerant, this Blanket Flower requires little care once established. Ideal for containers, beds and borders.