Sunset Cutie Blanket Flower

Sunset Cutie Blanket Flower (Gaillardia REALFLOR 'Sunset Cutie')

Sunset Cutie Blanket Flower (Gaillardia REALFLOR 'Sunset Cutie') is a vibrant, compact perennial producing abundant orange-red blooms with bright yellow tips. This long-blooming variety thrives in dry conditions and delivers months of color, making it perfect for garden beds, borders, and pollinator gardens.

Distinctive Features

Sunset Cutie stands out for its richly colored, sunset-toned flowers and a uniform, compact habit that stays tidy without flopping. It is known for its improved disease resistance and extended blooming season.

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 a range of conditions.

Ideal Uses

• Xeriscaping: Thrives in dry, low-water gardens.
• Pollinator Gardens: Attracts bees and butterflies.
• Mass Plantings: Creates a stunning sunset-colored display.
• Low-Maintenance Borders: Provides extended seasonal color.
• Containers: Perfect for patios and balconies.

Low Maintenance Care

Sunset Cutie Blanket Flower is a low-maintenance, tough perennial that thrives in sun-drenched landscapes.

• Watering: Allow soil to dry between waterings.
• Pruning: Deadhead spent blooms to encourage continuous flowering.
• Fertilizing: Light feeding in spring supports healthy growth.
• Deer and Rabbit Resistance: Fuzzy foliage deters browsing animals.

Why Choose Sunset Cutie?

Sunset Cutie offers a compact, disease-resistant growth habit with non-stop blooming.

• Sunset-Hued Flowers: Bright orange-red with golden tips.
• Long Bloom Season: Flowers continuously from early summer to frost.
• Drought-Tolerant: Thrives in hot, dry conditions.
• Pollinator-Friendly: Attracts beneficial insects.

For a compact, resilient perennial with striking sunset tones, Sunset Cutie Blanket Flower (Gaillardia REALFLOR 'Sunset Cutie') is an outstanding choice.