Indian Blanket is a striking and vibrant annual wildflower native to North America. Indian Blanket flowers have showy, daisy-like blooms with a central disc surrounded by ray-like petals. These petals typically display a striking combination of colors, often in shades of red, orange, and yellow. The flowers resemble a colorful blanket, hence the name.
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- Botanic Name: Gaillardia pulchella
- Application or Use: Ornamental, Conservation, Habitat
- Germination Time: 14 - 21 days, under optimal conditions
- Growing Locations: Warm Season, Transition Zone, Cool Season
- Height: 1 - 2 feet
- Sunlight Requirements: 8+ hours, full sun for best results
- Advantages: Adapted to many soil types; showy blooms, excellent for landscaping; attracts pollinators.
- When to Plant: Recommended planting is early Spring when nighttime temperatures are consistently 65+ degrees.
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The plant usually grows to about 1 to 2 feet in height, sometimes slightly taller. It forms clumps and produces multiple flowers on sturdy stems. Indian Blanket flowers bloom profusely from late spring through summer and into fall. The flowers are long-lasting and provide a continuous display of vibrant colors.
The plant's foliage consists of lance-shaped, gray-green leaves that form a basal rosette. The leaves add to the overall attractiveness of the plant. Indian Blanket thrives in well-drained soil and prefers full sun. It's relatively drought-tolerant and can handle hot and dry conditions, making it suitable for various garden settings.
These flowers are highly attractive to pollinators like bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects, making them a great addition to pollinator gardens. Indian Blanket is popular in wildflower gardens, meadows, and naturalized areas, adding a burst of vivid color to the landscape. It's also used in cut flower arrangements due to its striking appearance.
Once established, Indian Blanket is relatively low-maintenance. Deadheading spent blooms can encourage continuous flowering. Indian Blanket is prized for its stunning, multicolored flowers, its attractiveness to pollinators, and its ease of cultivation, making it a sought-after choice for gardeners looking to add a splash of vibrant color to their landscapes.
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Indian Blanket Wildflower Seed
Indian Blanket is a striking and vibrant annual wildflower native to North America. Indian Blanket flowers have showy, daisy-like blooms with a central disc surrounded by ray-like petals. These petals typically display a striking combination of colors, often in shades of red, orange, and yellow. The flowers resemble a colorful blanket, hence the name.
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Indian Blanket Wildflower Seed
Indian Blanket is a striking and vibrant annual wildflower native to North America. Indian Blanket flowers have showy, daisy-like blooms with a central disc surrounded by ray-like petals. These petals typically display a striking combination of colors, often in shades of red, orange, and yellow. The flowers resemble a colorful blanket, hence the name.