Blanket Flower

Gaillardia aristata

Blanket Flower is an impressive and beautiful Native flower that grows 12 to 30 inches tall and thrives in heat. It blooms from mid-summer until frost and is an astounding cut flower, with dense brilliant red flowers with yellow rims. It is a drought tolerant perennial found throughout much of the United States. Blanket Flower easily established from seed and thrives in full sun in well-drained areas. Occasional watering will extend the blooming period. Allow Blanket Flower seed heads to completely dry prior to trimming, this will aid in re-seeding for the following year. Growing Height: 18" to 30" Min Yearly Rainfall:16" Seeds Per Pound: 160,200 Acre Rate: 5 lbs Lbs per 1000 sq feet:4 oz Growing Region:All