Gaillardia pulchella (Blanket Flower)
Botanical Information
Family | Asteraceae |
Genus | Gaillardia |
Species | pulchella |
Category | Annuals, Perennials |
Origin | Southwestern United States of America. |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 2 - 11 |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Height | 30 - 60 cm |
Spread | 15 - 30 cm |
Growth | Fast |
Flowering Period | May, June, July, August |
Description and Growing Information
Landscape | Commonly used in roadside and meadow plantings. |
Propagation | Propagate from seed. |
Cultivation | Easily grown in average, dry to medium, well-drained soils in full sun. |
Notable Specimens | Desert Botanical Gardens, Phoenix, Arizona, United States of America. |
Habitat | Dry plains and open areas. |
Flower Description | Flowers are red, yellow and brown. |