Sunset Celebration Indian blanket

Gaillardia 'Sunset Celebration'

PerennialAsteraceae

Sunset Celebration Indian blanket
Deer-resistantRabbit-resistantDrought tolerantSalt tolerant
USDA zones3 to 9
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Bloom season
Spring, summer, autumn
Soil types
Sand, loam

Garden uses

BorderPollinator garden

Attracts

ButterfliesBees

Notes

'Sunset Celebration' Indian blanket (Gaillardia 'Sunset Celebration') is a perennial for borders and pollinator gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 3, or down to -40°F (-40°C). This plant likes full sun, average moisture, and sandy or loamy soil. Butterflies and bees visit the flowers. It handles drought and salt well. Deer and rabbits usually look elsewhere for a meal.

Pairs well with Black Oil sunflower, Delphinium, Hansa rose, and Double Play Doozie spirea.