Blanket Flower Fackelschein

Blanket Flower Fackelschein — variety description

Blanket Flower Fackelschein is a perennial flower of the Asteraceae family. A perennial ornamental plant with bright red-orange flowers and a golden centre, creating a strong colour accent in the garden.

Flowers abundantly from early summer to autumn and is very resistant to drought and heat.

Suitable for flower beds, borders and sunny gardens.

Gaillardia flowers with fiery red-yellow flower heads from June until the frosts, and tolerates drought and poor soils.

Key features

• Measured germination rate of the batch: 78%
• Seeds per packet: 51–69 pcs (0.2 g)
• Seed origin: India
• Sowing: March and April; transplants or direct
• Flowering: July and August
• Position: sunny spot

When to sow Blanket Flower Fackelschein

Blanket Flower Fackelschein seeds are sown in March and April. The plants flower in July and August. The months are a guide for a temperate climate — in warmer areas sow 1–2 weeks earlier, in cooler or upland areas, later.

How to sow and grow Blanket Flower Fackelschein

• Sowing method: seedlings or direct
• Depth: 0.5 cm
• Spacing: 20–30 cm
• Germination: 7–14 days at 18–22 °C
• Position: sunny spot

Seeds are sown in March–April. Prefers light, well-drained soil. Likes sunny and warm places. Gaillardia does not like excess moisture, so it is advisable to water once a week.

Sow for seedlings in March or directly in May.

Flowering and uses

Excellent for cutting.

Frequently asked questions

When should Blanket Flower Fackelschein be sown?

The recommended sowing months are March and April. Sowing method: seedlings or direct.

How many seeds are in the packet?

The packet contains 51–69 seeds, pack size 0.2 g.

What is the germination rate of the seeds?

The measured germination rate of this batch is 78%. The test was carried out under controlled laboratory conditions; in the field, emergence depends on soil, temperature and moisture.