If you’re looking for a burst of summer color that can handle the heat, look no further than Gallardia “SpinTop Orange Halo.” Commonly known as Blanket Flower, this hardy perennial is tough, low-maintenance, and a favorite among pollinators. It’s also one of our go-to recommendations for adding bold color to garden beds, borders, or sunny containers.
What Makes It Special
The “SpinTop Orange Halo” variety is known for its fiery blend of orange petals with yellow edges and a deep red center. The flowers are daisy-like and sit atop tidy, mounding foliage, making them a standout in any sunny space.
Gallardia blooms continuously from early summer into fall with very little care. It’s also deer-resistant, drought-tolerant, and a great choice for pollinator gardens.
Growing Tips
Gallardia thrives in full sun and well-draining soil. It doesn’t need rich soil or heavy feeding, making it a great option for lower-maintenance spaces. Once established, it handles dry conditions with ease and keeps blooming even through hot spells.
Here’s how to help it thrive:
- Plant in full sun
- Avoid overwatering or heavy, wet soils
- Deadhead spent blooms to encourage new flowers
- Trim back in fall or early spring to maintain a tidy shape
Perfect for Pacific Northwest Gardens
Even though it looks like a heat-loving plant from the Southwest, Gallardia performs beautifully here in the Pacific Northwest. It tolerates our dry summer spells and still puts on a strong floral show well into the cooler months.
It also pairs well with ornamental grasses, coneflowers, yarrow, and other drought-tolerant perennials.
Now available at Skagit Acres
Come see Gallardia “SpinTop Orange Halo” in person and add a little fire to your summer garden!