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Blanket Flower ~ Gaillardia puchella

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‍Pot Size:  2 quarts
Native Status:  Native

Description:  Gaillardia or the blanket flower genus is a group of short-lived perennial plants in the Asteraceae (daisy) family native to North and South America including North Carolina. They grow in a mounding fashion and are drought tolerant once established and require little fertilizer.  Bloom time is June-September. Use these plants to add lots of color to the front of the border, in containers and mass planted. Deadhead to encourage repeat blooming. The flowers are visited by many pollinators.  Works well in borders.

Light Exposure: Full Sun                                      Drought Tolerant :  Yes
Soil Moisture:  Medium-Moist                           Salt Tolerant:  Yes
Mature Height:  1.5-2 ft                                       Deer Resistant:  Yes
Mature Width:  1-1.5 ft                          

Bloom Color/Bloom Time:  Orange and red flowers appear from summer to fall.

Historical Uses:  Used for medicinal, culinary, and cultural purposes. Key uses included treating gastrointestinal issues, skin disorders, eye ailments, and infections like tuberculosis, while also serving as a food source, a good luck charm.

Wildlife Values:  Nectar from the flowers attracts butterflies. Seeds attract goldfinches so consider leaving seed heads after flowering.‍ ‍

👉 For more information visit NC Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox

‍Pot Size:  2 quarts
Native Status:  Native

Description:  Gaillardia or the blanket flower genus is a group of short-lived perennial plants in the Asteraceae (daisy) family native to North and South America including North Carolina. They grow in a mounding fashion and are drought tolerant once established and require little fertilizer.  Bloom time is June-September. Use these plants to add lots of color to the front of the border, in containers and mass planted. Deadhead to encourage repeat blooming. The flowers are visited by many pollinators.  Works well in borders.

Light Exposure: Full Sun                                      Drought Tolerant :  Yes
Soil Moisture:  Medium-Moist                           Salt Tolerant:  Yes
Mature Height:  1.5-2 ft                                       Deer Resistant:  Yes
Mature Width:  1-1.5 ft                          

Bloom Color/Bloom Time:  Orange and red flowers appear from summer to fall.

Historical Uses:  Used for medicinal, culinary, and cultural purposes. Key uses included treating gastrointestinal issues, skin disorders, eye ailments, and infections like tuberculosis, while also serving as a food source, a good luck charm.

Wildlife Values:  Nectar from the flowers attracts butterflies. Seeds attract goldfinches so consider leaving seed heads after flowering.‍ ‍

👉 For more information visit NC Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox

Photo Credits:

1 - Flowers Paul Asman and Jill Lenoble CC BY 2.0
2 - Bee on flower Alabama Extension CC0 1.0
3 - Flower and seed head CC0 1.0

The information provided here is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Medicinal plants can have serious side effects and interactions with medications. Consult your healthcare provider before using any herbal remedies, as you are responsible for your own health decisions.