Plant Information - Annual - Blanket Flower

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COMMON NAME(S)

Blanket Flower

BOTANICAL NAME

Gaillardia pulchella

FLOWERING SEASON-
ANNUAL

Blooms mid spring to late summer.

LIGHT REQUIREMENTS

Full sun.

SOIL CONDITIONS

Average soil with good drainage.
Adapts well to any soil with good
drainage.

MOISTURE

Water when soil becomes dry.

PLANT HEIGHT

Up to 1 1/2 feet.

PLANT SPACING

Space about 15 inches apart.

PROPAGATION

seeds

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USES

flower beds, borders, great cutting
flower, great addition to a a
meadow and cottage garden.

PLANTING INFORMATION AND
FACTS

Start seed outdoors in spring after
risk of frost. Can be started indoors
for earlier blooms. Great for a
cutting flower and bouquets. Mass
plantings make a statement in the
garden too. Prolong blooms by
deadheading. May self seed in
warmer climates. Supporting with
stakes may be needed.

PLANT INFORMATION
Blanket Flower -
Gaillardia pulchella

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These are general
planting suggestions
and plant information.
A plant's success may
vary due to climate
changes and present
weather conditions.

Some plants may thrive
in other growing
conditions, than
suggested.

If so, great and happy
planting!

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