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Gaillardia 'Candy Corn'

Also Known As

  • Candy Corn Blanketflower

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 12"
  • W: 18"

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

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Gaillardia 'Candy Corn' plant details

Gaillardia 'Candy Corn' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer orange and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, birds and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gaillardia 'Candy Corn'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 0 - 18 IN - wide, 0 - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gaillardia 'Candy Corn'

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer, verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

'Candy Corn' is a compact, mounding selection of the ever popular blanket flower. Growing up to 12" tall with an 18" spread, it features orange-red and gold bi-colored flowers from late spring to fall. 'Candy Corn' is a good choice for perennial borders, small drifts, and container plantings. Its long flowering season also make it a good choice for habitat gardens, attracting bees, butterflies, and birds. Hardy to 0 °F.

Gardening facts about Gaillardia 'Candy Corn' plant

How to Grow Gaillardia 'Candy Corn'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • birds
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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