Can you grow Gaillardia from seed?
Gaillardias can be grown from seed or planted directly in the ground as a perennial. Sow gaillardias between April and May in a cold frame or on the windowsill. Do not cover the seeds with soil as they need light to germinate. Continue reading for some tips on how to grow Gaillardia from seed. Direct sowing is easiest, and is done after last frost, or in the autumn in places where winter is mild. They can also be sown indoors 4-6 weeks before last frost.Gaillardia flowers are perennial plants that bloom all summer, characterized by their vibrant and daisy-like flowers with red, orange, and yellow hues. They grow in a mounded, clumping habit, typically reaching heights of 12 to 18 inches.Gaillardia may be grown from seed sown early indoors and transplanted outside after frost, or sown directly in the garden in summer, or planted as a potted plant. Sowing Directly in the Garden: Direct sow in full sun in poor but well-drained soil after danger of frost.
Can I sow Gaillardia seeds in autumn?
If you are not growing other varieties of Gaillardia nearby (and even if you are it probably will not matter) collect the seed in the autumn and sow in early spring. The seedlings are quite capable of producing flowers in their first season. Seed Characteristics: The seeds of Gaillardia aristata are relatively large and should be handled carefully to avoid damage. Planting Depth: For Direct Sowing Outdoors: Scatter the seed on the surface of the soil and lightly press them down with your hand or a board.
How long does it take for Gaillardia seeds to germinate?
Seeds germinate uniformly in 10 to 15 days at 22C. Germination to true leaf stage is 7 to 15 days. Seedlings are thinned at this stage. After seedlings are well established, they must dry down slightly between irrigations. The easiest annuals to start from seed (see list at right) usually come into flower very quickly, often blooming just 50 to 70 days after planting. How cold-hardy are the plants? Seeds of hardy annuals can be planted directly in the garden as early in the spring as the soil can be worked.