Mesa Red Blanket Flower
Mesa Red Blanket Flower (Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Mesa Red')
Mesa Red Blanket Flower (Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Mesa Red') is a heat-tolerant perennial producing bold, deep red blooms that maintain their vibrant hue throughout the season. With a compact, uniform growth habit and continuous flowering from early summer to frost, this variety is an excellent choice for borders, mass plantings, and pollinator-friendly gardens.
Distinctive Features
Mesa Red stands out for its rich, saturated red petals surrounding a darker central cone. Unlike other red Gaillardia varieties, this selection maintains strong coloration without fading, making it a reliable performer in full sun.
Growing Conditions
- Sun Exposure: Requires full sun.
- Soil: Well-drained, sandy, or loamy soil.
- Water: Drought-tolerant once established.
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9, suitable for various climates.
Ideal Uses
- Xeriscaping: Thrives in dry, low-maintenance gardens.
- Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and butterflies.
- Mass Plantings: Creates a dramatic display of bold red hues.
- Low-Maintenance Borders: Provides extended seasonal color.
- Containers: Perfect for patios and balconies.
Low Maintenance Care
Mesa Red Blanket Flower is a resilient, easy-care perennial that thrives with minimal upkeep.
- Watering: Allow soil to dry between waterings.
- Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage reblooming.
- Fertilizing: Light feeding in spring promotes healthy growth.
- Deer and Rabbit Resistance: Fuzzy foliage deters browsing animals.
Why Choose Mesa Red?
This sun-loving perennial offers bold color, extended blooming, and excellent drought tolerance.
- Intense Red Flowers: Maintains vivid color in full sun.
- Long Bloom Season: Provides color from early summer to frost.
- Drought-Tolerant: Thrives in dry conditions.
- Pollinator-Friendly: Supports bees and butterflies.
For a striking, low-maintenance perennial with deep red blooms, Mesa Red Blanket Flower (Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Mesa Red') is an outstanding choice.
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