SPECIAL QUALITIES

Like all Gaillardias, Mesa Red is an easy to grow plant that makes a flamboyant display of bright flowers for a long period.

FLOWERS

The spectacular brick red flowers start in spring and last till mid autumn.

POSITION & USES

Plant in full sun in well drained but moisture retentive soil. Mesa Red 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 PowerFeed.

WATER RATING

• Red can = Little water in hot, dry weather.
• Green can = Deep watering every few weeks in hot, dry weather.
• Blue can = Deep watering weekly in hot, dry weather.

Codes are a guide only and watering requirements will be affected by soil type, competition, mulching, wind and many other factors. Try to group plants with the same code in the one bed.

CAUTION: May be harmful if eaten.

Herb Attributes