Description Blanket Flower BURGUNDY Perennial 24” Native Wildflower 100 SeedsGaillardia aristata This is a Perennial and can be divided every 3 years to make more!Pure Seed – Non-GMO – No FillerBLANKET FLOWER SEEDSGaillardia aristataPerennial; Grows up to 24 InchesNorth American Native WildflowerPrefers full sun exposurePRODUCT DESCRIPTIONBlanket Flower SeedsThis crimson daisy-like bloom is a hit with native pollinatorsPerennial; Bold, red flowersTolerant of heat, drought and most soil conditionsNorth American Native WildflowerFeaturesLIFE CYCLE: PerennialPLANTING SEASON: SpringCOLOR: Red/BurgundyGROWTH HABIT: Clumping, UprightBLOOM SEASON: Summer through FallPLANT CHARACTERISTICS: Attracts Bees, Attracts Butterflies, Attracts Hummingbirds, Attracts Pollinators, Easy to Grow & MaintainUSE: Container GardenGROWING CONDITIONS: Drought Tolerant, Outdoor, Poor Soil TolerantPLANT RESISTANCE: Deer, RabbitHow to Grow Blanket FlowersBlanket flowers are fairly foolproof if planted in any well-drained soil in a full-sun location. They also grow easily from seeds planted directly in the garden after the last frost date (or started indoors about 4 to 6 weeks early).Deadheading isn’t mandatory, but it may stimulate additional blooms. If the plant languishes in the heat of summer, cutting it back dramatically may reinvigorate it for good fall blooming.LightFull sun is what these plants love best! The blanket flower can handle some partial shade, particularly in hot climates, but they will get a bit floppy and will not flower as profusely.SoilGaillardia is not particular about soil pH, but it does need well-draining soil. It will grow in somewhat moist conditions, but heavy clay soil will probably kill it.WaterImmediately after planting, water frequently (every other day or so) until you see the flowers. Once established, Gaillardia is extremely drought tolerant. It can go without watering unless there are extremely hot and dry conditions, then it’s best to water the bed once or twice per week. Avoid overwatering. Temperature and HumidityBlanket flowers thrive in full sun and can withstand hot summer temperatures. They do not require a humid environment and do better in hot, dry climates over cool, moist ones.FertilizerPoor soils seem to encourage more flowering than rich soils, so go easy on (or avoid) the fertilizer.PruningBlanket flower does not require deadheading to keep blooming, but the plants will look better and be fuller if you do cut the stems back when the flowers start to fade. You will also get more continuous flowering with deadheading, so don’t be shy about it.
