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Gaillardia 'Red Starburst'
Gaillardia
Gaillardia 'Red Starburst': 35 cm tall and 35 cm spread, full sun exposure. Red and yellow flowers in June-September. Zone 3; choose a soil compatible with its moisture needs.
- Exposure
- Sun
- Life cycle
- Hardy perennial
- Hardiness
- Zone 3
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Common nameGaillardia 'Red Starburst'
FamilyAsteraceae
GenusGaillardia
CultivarRed Starburst
TypeHardy perennial
Botanical nameGaillardia
Gaillardia 'Red Starburst', known in the garden as Blanket Flower 'Red Starburst', combines red and yellow blooms with a size that is easy to place in a composition. The foliage has shades of green, to be highlighted among different textures. The usual flowering period is June-September. When mature, expect 35 cm in height and 35 cm in width, which guides its use in the middle of flowerbeds and in group plantings.
Soil choice is essential for Blanket Flower 'Red Starburst': well-drained, rather light; avoid water pockets around the crown. The preferred exposure is full sun. After planting Blanket Flower 'Red Starburst', water enough to thoroughly moisten the root ball. Once established, allow the surface to dry between waterings and prioritize drainage, especially during warm spells. A margin corresponding to its spread of 35 cm avoids having to move the clump in the first seasons. The indicated hardiness level is zone 3, to be assessed according to your garden's conditions.
Maintenance of Blanket Flower 'Red Starburst' mainly relies on observing the clump: remove faded flower heads to maintain appearance and avoid over-stimulating growth with fertilizer. Blanket flower prefers soil that drains quickly and reacts poorly to a constantly wet crown. For companion planting, consider yarrows, catmints, and upright sedums in varieties with similar needs. The flowering (June-September) and spread of 35 cm will serve as guides for distributing other plants around this plant.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Spacing / density
13.8 inches
Best planting time
Spring after the thaw, or early autumn, allowing the roots time to establish themselves before the severe cold sets in.
Propagation
Division of clumps. Sowing does not guarantee the fidelity of a named cultivar.
Growing method
Gaillardia ‘Red Starburst’: In spring after the thaw or early autumn, allowing the roots to establish before the severe cold. After planting Gaillardia ‘Red Starburst’, water enough to thoroughly moisten the root ball. Once established, let the surface dry between waterings and prioritize drainage, especially during thaws. Gaillardia prefers well-drained soil and reacts poorly to a consistently wet crown.
Soil and care
The right care,at the right time.
Soil pH
Acid to neutral; general indication of botanical group
Care level
Routine maintenance
Watering
After planting Gaillardia ‘Red Starburst’, water enough to thoroughly moisten the root ball. Once established, allow the surface to dry out between waterings and prioritize drainage, especially during mild spells.
Soil type
Draining, rather light; avoid water pockets around the collar
Fertilization
Fertilizer for flowering
Moisture
Low to medium after establishment; priority drainage
Seasonal care
Gaillardia 'Red Starburst': remove spent blooms to maintain appearance and avoid over-stimulating growth with fertilizer. During its flowering period (June-September), also watch for damaged stems and neighboring plants that might obscure the clump.
Container growing
A garden,within reach.
Recommended pot size
Stable and perforated container, significantly wider than the root ball; size to be adapted to the format sold and adult development.
To grow Gaillardia 'Red Starburst' in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (35 cm). Water should drain freely after each watering; check the soil ball more frequently than if planted in the ground. Plan for container protection in winter depending on your climate.
Bloom and dimensions
Its place,in your garden.
Mature height
14 inches (35.5 cm)
Width / spread
14 inches (35.5 cm)
Flower color
Red
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Lapsed
Growth rate
Fast
Growth habit
Erected
Fragrance
Not documented for this selection
Bloom period
June-September
Garden associations
In goodcompany.
Companion plants
Associations to consider for Blanket Flower 'Red Starburst': yarrows, catmints, upright sedums. Choose varieties that tolerate sun and comparable moisture levels; allow each clump its adult space.
Plants to avoid
Around 'Red Starburst' Gaillardia, above all, avoid neighbors that would cover its leaves or strongly compete with its root ball. Compatibility in terms of light, water, and size takes precedence over a list of so-called enemy plants.
Frequently asked questions
Your questions,answered.
Where to plant Gaillardia 'Red Starburst'?
Provide sun and suitable soil (draining, rather light; avoid water pockets around the crown). Blanket flower prefers soil that drains quickly and reacts poorly to a constantly wet crown.
What space should I reserve for Gaillardia 'Red Starburst'?
Expect a height of about 35 cm and a width of 35 cm at maturity. Allow about 35 cm between centers, to be adjusted according to the actual development of the clump. This size is suitable for use in the middle of a flowerbed and group plantings.
When does Gaillardia 'Red Starburst' bloom?
The indicated period is June-September. The color palette of the flowers is red, yellow. The exact date and duration depend on the climate, season and plant establishment.
How to water and care for Gaillardia 'Red Starburst'?
After planting Gaillardia 'Red Starburst', water enough to thoroughly moisten the root ball. Once established, allow the surface to dry between waterings and prioritize drainage, especially during warm spells. Remove faded flower heads to maintain appearance and avoid excessive growth stimulation with fertilizer.
Can Gaillardia 'Red Starburst' be grown in pots?
To try out 'Red Starburst' Gaillardia in a container, choose a stable pot with drainage holes, suitable for the root ball and its future size (35 cm). Water should drain freely after each watering; check the root ball more often than you would for plants in the ground. Plan to protect the container in winter depending on your climate.
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