Gaillardia Burgandy

Gaillardia Burgundy produces rich wine-red flowers, 5–7cm across, with bright yellow centres that fade to deep red towards the edges. Irresistible to butterflies, this variety is a great choice for a wildlife-friendly garden. You’ll find yourself torn between leaving them to brighten the garden or cutting them to enjoy indoors.

🌸 Flowering: June to October

📏 Height: to 75cm

🌿Perennial (short lived)

SOW
Sow seeds during March to April in a tray with seed compost. Cover them lightly with perlite or vermiculite, then pop the tray in a cold frame. They usually take 2–3 weeks to germinate. When the seedlings have their first true leaves, pot them on into small pots and start hardening them off gradually.

GROW
Space your plants about 20cm apart. They might need a bit of staking as they grow. They love a sunny spot with well-drained soil—right in the middle of a border is a good home for them.

ENJOY
Remove dead heads to encourage more deeply coloured blooms. With strong stems, these flowers are perfect for fresh-cut bouquets.