Burgundy blanket flower (Gaillardia ‘Burgundy’)

Gaillardia 'Burgundy' is a wine-red blanket flower cultivar and a herbaceous perennial commonly grown for its long summer bloom. It is often listed under the synonymous cultivar name 'Burgunder'.

Gaillardia 'Burgundy' needs full sun, ideally at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. More sun generally supports sturdier stems and heavier flowering.

Yes, Gaillardia 'Burgundy' is generally easy to grow when planted in full sun and well-drained soil. Its main cultural requirement is avoiding consistently wet conditions.

Water Gaillardia 'Burgundy' regularly during its first growing season, then reduce watering once the plant is established. Established plants are drought tolerant and usually need water only during prolonged heat or drought.

Gaillardia 'Burgundy' is commonly listed as hardy across approximately USDA Zones 3 through 9, although winter survival can vary with drainage, snow cover, and local conditions. Wet winter soil is more damaging than cold in many gardens.

Gaillardia 'Burgundy' can grow in amended clay, but it performs poorly where heavy soil stays wet. Improve drainage with suitable organic amendments or plant it in a raised area or slope.

The best soil for Gaillardia 'Burgundy' is well-drained loam, sandy soil, or rocky soil with average fertility. Avoid rich, poorly drained soil because excessive moisture can cause root problems.

Yes, Gaillardia 'Burgundy' can grow in a container if it receives full sun and the pot has excellent drainage. Use a quality potting mix and avoid letting the container remain waterlogged.

Yes, Gaillardia 'Burgundy' is drought tolerant once established. It still benefits from deep watering during extended drought, especially when grown in containers or very sandy soil.

Yes, the flowers of Gaillardia 'Burgundy' attract butterflies and other pollinating insects. Leaving some spent flowerheads in place can also provide seed for birds such as goldfinches.

Keep newly planted Gaillardia 'Burgundy' evenly watered until its roots establish, then allow the soil to dry between waterings. Remove competing weeds and avoid heavy fertilization.

Usually, Gaillardia 'Burgundy' needs little or no fertilizer in average garden soil. Excess fertilizer can produce weaker, leafier growth and fewer flowers.

The most common causes of poor flowering are insufficient sun, excessive fertilizer, overwatering, or recently transplanted roots. Move or replant it into full sun and well-drained soil, and avoid high-nitrogen feeding.

Gaillardia 'Burgundy' may die over winter when planted in soil that remains cold and wet, even where temperatures are within its listed hardiness range. Improve drainage and avoid heavy winter mulch around the crown.

Potential problems include root rot in poorly drained soil, powdery mildew, fungal leaf spots, and aster yellows. Good air circulation, full sun, careful watering, and removal of diseased material help reduce problems.

Plant Gaillardia 'Burgundy' in spring after the danger of hard frost has passed, or in early fall where plants have time to root before the ground freezes. Local frost dates should guide timing.

Space Gaillardia 'Burgundy' about 12 to 18 inches apart, depending on the desired density and growing conditions. Mature plants are often about 18 to 30 inches tall and 12 to 24 inches wide.

Yes, Gaillardia 'Burgundy' can be grown from seed, and seed-grown plants may self-sow in suitable conditions. Because it is a seed variety, offspring may not be perfectly uniform in flower color or form.

Propagate Gaillardia 'Burgundy' from seed or by dividing established clumps in early spring. Division is useful for renewing older plants, while seed may produce some variation.

Divide Gaillardia 'Burgundy' in early spring when clumps become crowded or flowering declines. Division every 2 to 3 years is sometimes recommended, but the plant does not need routine division if it remains vigorous.

Deadheading Gaillardia 'Burgundy' keeps the plant tidier and can encourage continued flowering. Leave some flowerheads if you want seed production, self-sowing, or food for birds.

Cut Gaillardia 'Burgundy' back in early spring to remove old growth and encourage compact new growth. If flowering slows during summer, a moderate cutback can sometimes promote a later flush of flowers.

No specific serious toxicity is well documented for Gaillardia 'Burgundy', but it should not be eaten. Plant material may cause skin irritation or contact dermatitis in sensitive people, so gloves are sensible when handling it.

Yes, handling Gaillardia 'Burgundy' may cause contact dermatitis in susceptible people because Gaillardia foliage contains irritating compounds. Wear gloves and wash exposed skin if irritation develops.

Gaillardia 'Burgundy' typically blooms from early summer into fall, with timing varying by climate and growing conditions. Removing faded flowers can help maintain a longer display.

Gaillardia 'Burgundy' produces deep wine-red to burgundy flowers with a central disk that may begin yellow and darken toward red or oxblood as it matures. Individual flowers are commonly about 3 inches across.

Yes, Gaillardia 'Burgundy' is suitable for cutting because its flowers are showy and are carried on relatively long stems. Cut stems when the flowers are freshly open for the best vase display.