Gaillardia aristata 'Bremen'
(Blanket Flower)
50 seeds $3.25
Gaillardia 'Bremen' blooms in mid to late summer with daisy-like, scarlet-red flowers edged in yellow. It gives the garden an instant southwestern look.
Gaillardia aristata 'Bremen' is a tall variety - perfect for the middle of the border. It combines well with other perennials and ornamental grasses. It looks stunning with Liatris spicata. It also makes an interesting cut flower.
Gaillardia aristata is a native perennial wildflower. It's a host plant for Bordered Patch butterfly larvae, and the flowers provide nectar and pollen for many other butterflies and beneficial insects.
Gaillardia aristata 'Bremen' blooms the first year from seed if started early indoors. Also known as Gaillaria x grandiflora and Indian Blanket Flower. Drought tolerant and deer resistant. Hardy in zones 3-10.
height 30" spacing 15"
Sowing Gaillardia aristata 'Bremen' Seeds
Start gaillardia seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost date. Or sow outdoors after the last frost. Barely cover the seeds with soil. Full sun.
