Gaillardia 'Spintop Mango'

Gaillardia 'Spintop Mango': A Tropical Twist on Prairie Colour
Compact and bursting with warmth, Gaillardia 'Spintop Mango' is a festive burst of summery hues, blending golden yellow and soft orange with a coral-red eye—like a mango sunset captured in bloom. Part of the Spintop series, this ultra-compact blanket flower was bred for uniform growth and continuous colour from early summer into fall. Its tidy form, vibrant tones, and drought tolerance make it a reliable favourite for hot, dry gardens that crave a splash of tropical flair.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 20–25 cm
• Spread: 25–30 cm, forming a compact, mounded clump
• Flower Colour: Bright yellow-orange petals with coral-red centres and golden tips
• Flowering Period: Early summer to early autumn
• Foliage: Grey-green, lance-shaped leaves in a dense basal rosette
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, average to sandy soil; drought-tolerant once established

Uses and Benefits: Gaillardia 'Spintop Mango' is ideal for sunny borders, containers, rock gardens, and pollinator beds where long-lasting colour and minimal care are key. Its small size makes it perfect for edging pathways or filling tight garden spaces with bold colour. The nectar-rich blooms attract bees and butterflies all summer long, while the plant’s heat and drought tolerance ensure it performs even in challenging conditions.

Companion Plants: Pair Gaillardia 'Spintop Mango' with Sedum 'Firecracker', whose rich burgundy foliage offers dramatic contrast to Mango’s warm tones. Add Coreopsis 'Sunkiss', whose vibrant yellow blooms harmonize beautifully and extend the pollinator season. Finish the display with Thymus 'Coccineus', a low-growing thyme that weaves between plants, adding texture, fragrance, and bright pink blooms to complete the sunny, heat-loving composition.

Care Instructions: Plant in full sun and well-drained soil. Water during establishment, then reduce frequency—Spintop Mango prefers dry conditions and resents overly wet or rich soil. Deadhead to encourage reblooming, or leave seed heads for late-season texture and wildlife interest. Cut back in early spring and divide every 2–3 years to maintain compactness and vigour.

History: Gaillardia 'Spintop Mango' is part of the Spintop series, developed for its compact habit, vivid bicolour blooms, and season-long flowering. Descended from Gaillardia aristata, a prairie native, it brings the same hardy spirit into ornamental garden settings—delivering bold, dependable colour with a tropical twist.

Final Thoughts: With its juicy tones and compact charm, Gaillardia 'Spintop Mango' delivers the spirit of summer in a perfectly mounded form. Whether dancing in the breeze of a pollinator patch or brightening up a patio pot, it’s a sun-loving, season-spanning star that brings joy to every corner of the garden. A little plant with a big personality—and a whole lot of heat.