Blanketflower Burgundy Seeds

A vibrant perennial with rich burgundy blooms that bring warm long lasting colour to borders containers and naturalistic plantings.

 

Blanketflower Burgundy is a striking selection known for its daisy like flowers in deep red tones that glow against soft green foliage. Plants form neat clumps that flower generously from early summer into autumn creating a lively display in sunny beds and wildlife friendly gardens.

 

Its warm colouring and relaxed habit make it ideal for prairie style borders gravel gardens and mixed perennial plantings where both movement and brightness are appreciated.

 

The blooms attract bees and butterflies and hold their colour beautifully through the season giving a cheerful sun loving presence to any space.

 

This perennial thrives in full sun and free draining soil performing reliably in borders slopes and containers. Its drought tolerant nature ensures strong performance even in warm dry summers.

 

Easy to grow and low maintenance this variety provides months of colour with very little effort. Its rich tones and steady flowering make it a favourite for gardeners who enjoy long lasting summer displays.

 

Seed Qty Approx 0.5 grams

 

Sow February to April indoors or April to May outdoors

Germination 14 to 21 days at 18 to 22 C

Soil and Position Free draining soil in full sun

Height and Spread 40 to 60 cm tall 30 to 40 cm spread

Flowering June to October

 

Sowing Instructions

Sow seeds on the surface of moist fine compost and cover lightly. Keep warm and evenly moist until seedlings appear. Transplant young plants into individual pots and grow on before planting out after frost

 

Grow and Maintenance

Water during dry spells and remove faded blooms to encourage fresh flowers. Cut back lightly after the first flush to promote continued flowering. Suitable for sunny borders and dry sites

 

Uses and Benefits

Deep burgundy blooms for warm summer colour

Ideal for borders containers and prairie plantings

Attracts bees and butterflies

Drought tolerant and low maintenance

Long flowering season with strong garden presence

 

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