Gaillardia pulchella is a hardy plant, not picky about soil, though sandy and well-drained are best. It has a high drought tolerance and does best with a dry, hot climate in full sun. Its vibrantly colored flowers can be seen carpeting fields and the sides of highways for miles in the summer to late fall. Favored by honeybees, it produces a dark reddish amber buttery tasting honey. In the garden, the flowers can be deadheaded to promote further blooming. It self-seeds freely.
SCIENTIFIC NAME- Indian blanket
COLOR(S)- Mix
SEED TYPE- Annual
SUN- Full Sun
MOISTURE- Moderate
HEIGHT (IN.)-12-24
BLOOM PERIOD- Mid-summer, late summer, early fall, mid-fall
SEEDS/LB.-100+
Galiardia grow best in full sun, although they ll tolerate dappled shade, especially in hot conditions
· They need well-draining, slightly moist soil
· Regular deadheading also improves their appearance
· An early and midsummer application of high-phosphorus fertilizer improves both blooms and vigor