Gaillardia 'Burgandy'

Burgandy Blanketflower

Gaillardia ‘Burgundy’ — commonly called Burgundy Blanket Flower — is a hardy, long-blooming perennial valued for its rich, deep red flowers and excellent drought tolerance. It forms a loose, mounded clump of gray-green foliage, topped from late spring through summer with daisy-like blooms in solid burgundy-red tones. The bold, saturated color makes it a striking addition to sunny gardens and prairie-style plantings.

Mature Size:
Width: 18–24 in
Height: 18–24 in

USDA Zones: 3a–10b
Light: Full sun
Soil: Well-drained soils; thrives in lean, sandy conditions
Water: Low; highly drought tolerant once established

Wildlife: Attracts bees and butterflies; deer resistant

Features & Landscape Uses:
Form: Mounded perennial with a slightly open habit
Deep red flowers provide strong, bold color
Long blooming season from late spring into summer
Excellent for borders, cottage gardens, and naturalized plantings
Performs well in hot, dry conditions

Maintenance:
Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming
Avoid heavy, poorly drained soils
Cut back in late fall or early spring
Divide every few years to maintain vigor

Plant type

Perennial

Height

18-24''

Width

18-24"

Hardiness zones

3–10

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Fast

Bloom time

Late Spring, Summer

Leaf color

Dark Spring Green

Fall color

Burgandy, Rose

Attracts

Bees, Butterflies

Soil

Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape use

Border, Container, Mass Planting, Rock Garden

Shape

Compact, Mounded

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

Yes