Description
Grandiflora Seeds (Blanket Flower) 6470. Native of Canada. Perennial.
Approx. 110 seeds/pkt (350 seeds/gram)
A Resilient Canadian Native with Radiant Golden Blooms.
The Grandiflora Blanket Flower (Gaillardia) is a stunning, easy-to-grow perennial that is a true native of Canada. These naturalized plants produce large, daisy-like flowers in a clear, bright golden yellow, each highlighted by a deep maroon-red centre. Reaching a height of 75 cm, these sturdy plants are perfect for the back of a perennial border or as a high-impact addition to a wildflower meadow. Their long-lasting blooms and tall stems also make them an excellent choice for fresh-cut summer bouquets.
Quick Seed Details
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Product Code: 6470
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Type: Native Canadian Perennial
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Hardiness: Zone 3 (Highly cold-tolerant)
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Colour: Golden yellow with maroon-red centres
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Height: 75 cm
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Light Requirement: Full Sun
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Features: Naturalized variety; attractive to pollinators; self-sows readily; drought tolerant.
What you need to know to Plant & Grow
Blanket Flowers are famously rugged and thrive in sunny, well-drained locations with minimal maintenance.
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Sow Indoors: For flowers in the first summer, start seeds indoors at the beginning of March.
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Germination: Use a soilless mix and maintain a temperature of 20–25°C. Do not cover the seed, as light is essential for germination. Expect sprouts in 14–21 days.
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Growing On: Move seedlings under lights at a cooler temperature before hardening off and transplanting to the garden.
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Sow Outdoors: Alternatively, direct sow anytime from April to August for a robust display of flowers the following year.
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Care: Once established, these plants are very easy to grow and will self-sow readily, providing you with fresh blooms season after season without becoming invasive.
Why Grandiflora Seeds belong in Your Garden
If you are looking for a plant that combines rugged Canadian hardiness with a vibrant, “sunny” personality, the Grandiflora Blanket Flower is the perfect find. It is particularly well-suited for gardeners who want to attract butterflies and bees, as its nectar-rich blooms are a local favourite. Because it is a native species, it is exceptionally well-adapted to our climate, requiring very little water once it has taken root in your garden.
