Gaillardia x 'Paprika' ~ Monrovia® Gusto™ Paprika Blanket Flower river rock IMAGE: Marija Gajić

IMAGE: Marija Gajić

or in containers

there are also self-fertile varieties available that can produce fruit without the need for cross-pollination

Bulb rot will occur in overly moist or poorly drained soils

Honeycrisp requires a pollinator

Gaillardia x 'Paprika' ~ Monrovia® Gusto™ Paprika Blanket Flower river rock IMAGE: Marija GajićMonrovia Paprika Blanket Flower is a very compact herbaceous perennial with upright stems and grey green lance like foliage. The large, orange daisy like flowers with hints of red and yellow and prominent dark red seedheads bloom from late spring until the first frost. Prefers full sun and dry to medium well drained rich soils. Very drought tolerant once established. Type: Perennial Height: 1' 1. 5' Spread: 1' 1. 5 Spacing: 1 USDA Hardiness Zone: 4 9