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Indian Blanket (Gaillardia pulchella)
Indian Blanket (Gaillardia pulchella)
Indian Blanket (Gaillardia pulchella)
Indian Blanket (Gaillardia pulchella)
Indian Blanket (Gaillardia pulchella)
Indian Blanket (Gaillardia pulchella)
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Indian Blanket (Gaillardia pulchella)

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    Indian Blanket, also known as Firewheel, delivers bold, flame-colored blooms with very little fuss. Its daisy-like flowers feature deep red centers and petals tipped in golden yellow, creating a warm, cheerful display above softly textured gray-green foliage. Blooming often begins in late spring and can continue into fall, especially when spent flowers are removed or seasonal rain encourages fresh growth.

    Native to prairies, plains, roadsides, and other open habitats, Indian Blanket thrives in full sun and lean, well-drained soil. It is usually grown as an annual or short-lived perennial, but it readily reseeds in favorable conditions, returning year after year as colorful colonies. Its nectar- and pollen-rich flowers attract native bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects, making it a strong choice for pollinator gardens, meadow plantings, slopes, and water-wise borders.

    Why Choose Indian Blanket?

    • Brilliant red-and-yellow flowers provide long-lasting color
    • Supports bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects
    • Thrives in hot, sunny, low-water conditions
    • Reseeds readily for a natural meadow effect
    • Excellent for slopes, borders, roadsides, and pollinator plantings

    Deadhead spent flowers to extend bloom, or leave some seed heads to encourage natural reseeding. Plant in full sun with well-drained soil, and avoid overly rich or wet sites.

    Area:
    Plants: 32
    Min Height: 12 in
    Max Height: 18 in
    Soil Moisture: Dry and Medium
    Soil Types: Sand, Gravel, and Loam
    Sun Exposure: Full Sun (6+ hrs/day)
    Ecological Benefits: Pollinators, Butterflies, Butterfly Host, Birds, Drought Tolerant, and Soil Stabilizing