Gaillardia x grandiflora ‘Goblin’

Description

(Gaillardia x grandiflora)

‘Goblin’ is an easy to grow plant that makes a flamboyant display of cheerful flowers for a long period.

POSITION & USES

Plant in full sun in well drained but moisture retentive soil. ‘Goblin’ can be used in perennial or mixed borders and it makes an ideal container plant.

CULTIVATION

Mulch the ground to keep in moisture, and water in long dry periods.

FERTILISING

Although Gaillardias tolerate poorer soils, the plants will benefit from regular applications of Seasol and Power Feed.

Plant Attributes

HAT COLOUR Red
SPECIAL QUALITIES ‘Goblin’ is an easy to grow plant that makes a flamboyant display of cheerful flowers for a long period.
FLOWERS The spectacular rich red flowers with yellow edges appear in summer and can last till winter in warmer districts.
PLANTS NEEDED PER SQUARE METRE 4-6
HABIT A low growing compact perennial that forms mounds of soft green foliage.
WIDTH 40cm
HEIGHT 30cm