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Blanket Flower Seeds

Colorful heirloom and native wildflower capable of naturalizing anywhere

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About the Variety

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Key Features

Heat Tolerant
Drought Tolerant
Prefers Lean Soil
Clay Soil Tolerant
Attracts Bees
Attracts Butterflies
Fast Growing
Easy to Grow
Perfect for Cut Flowers
Perfect for Dried Flowers
Perfect for Xeriscaping
Reduces Erosion
Deer Resistant
Rabbit Resistant
North American Native

Plant Details

BOTANICAL NAME

Gaillardia aristata

LIFE CYCLE

  • Perennial

LIGHT REQUIREMENT

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Shade

BLOOM SEASON

  • Summer through Fall

GROWTH HABIT

  • Clumping
  • Upright

PLANT HEIGHT

  • 12 to 24 inches

COLOR

  • Red

Blanket Flower or "Blanketflower" is a stunning native perennial wildflower. The plant produces intricately colored petals of alternating red and yellow hues. Blanket Flower Seeds can be planted successfully anywhere in the USA, but this species is especially beloved in arid areas with limited drainage.

  • • Perennial; A dependable and profuse bloomer
  • • North American Native Wildflower
  • • Prefers full sun exposure

Planting Information

PLANTING SEASON

  • Spring

SOWING METHOD

  • Direct Sow

PLANTING DEPTH

  • 1/8 inch

WATER NEEDS

  • Low

PLANT SPACING

  • 12 to 18 inches

HARDINESS ZONES

  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9
  • 10

SEED PREP

  • Requires Light

COVERAGE

Amount Avg Seed Count Recommended Coverage
Packet 52 Up to 80 Sq. Ft
1 Ounce 9,769 Up to 625 Sq. Ft
1/4 Pound 39,076 Up to 2,500 Sq. Ft
1 Pound 156,304 Up to 10,000 Sq. Ft
5 Pounds 781,520 Up to 1.25 Acres

Planting Guide

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Blanket Flower Seeds FAQs

What is Blanket Flower also known as?

Blanket Flower is also known as Gaillardia.

Is Blanket Flower resistant to animals or disease?

Blanket Flower is deer resistant and rabbit resistant, meaning deer and rabbits generally avoid it due to its taste, texture, or aroma.

What type of seed is Blanket Flower?

Blanket Flower is classified as heirloom seed and open pollinated seed.

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