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Gaillardia pulchella 'Lorenziana'

Also Known As

  • Lorenziana Blanket Flower

Plant type

annual / biennial

size

  • H: 12"-18"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 1-12

Gaillardia pulchella 'Lorenziana' plant details

Gaillardia pulchella 'Lorenziana' is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial with green foliage. In fall and summer red and yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees 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 pulchella 'Lorenziana'

Plant type: annual / biennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 12 IN - 18 IN - tall
Flowers: red and yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, container plant, cottage garden, cutting garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gaillardia pulchella 'Lorenziana'

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A garden variety of our native flower. An antique variety that once was known as "Double Sunset Gaillardia" for the masses of rolled or quilled florets in brick red and golden yellow hues. Tolerant of high heat and sandy soils, it blooms all summer if deadheaded.

Gardening facts about Gaillardia pulchella 'Lorenziana' plant

How to Grow Gaillardia pulchella 'Lorenziana'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • fuzzy
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