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.
pH
 
MOISTURE
Water when soil becomes dry.
    PLANT HEIGHT                        
Up to 1 1/2 feet.             
PLANT SPACING
Space about 15 inches apart.
   
   
PROPAGATION
seeds  
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.
Keep it growing.
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