So would it be too hot in the summer for this blanket?? I really want to use it all year round!

This is a very heavy blanket way too warm for summer. I live in st George ut. With temps in the 100 + in the summer I definitely would not use it in the summer. I has been a much cooler winter with temps in the low 30’s and it is just right alone.I was raised in much colder temps where it got below freezing often in the winter it would be great there but even then too warm. For summer use I and I am one that likes a blanket year round no matter The weather I hope this helps

is there a picture on front and back or is the back white?

The back is not white, it has a picture.

Best way to wash this?

First of all, I Love this! I’d “marry” this blanket if I could! I have washed mine in my regular washer (Maytag) and dried it in my home dryer. No problems at all. I’ve not done anything special except use my 2nd rinse option. And I usually need extra time on the dryer. Two years later and it’s still like new!