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Indian Blanket

Gaillardia Pulchella

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Overview

The Indian Blanket, Gaillardia pulchella, is a vibrant perennial often grown as an annual, boasting daisy-like blooms up to 4 inches across. Its fiery red petals tipped with yellow mimic a sunset and flourish in full sun. Hardy in zones 3-10, it reaches 12-24 inches in height and spreads 12-20 inches. Drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, it attracts pollinators while adding a warm, colorful accent to xeriscapes and wildflower gardens.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 3–9Type PerennialClimate Temperate

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia Pulchella) — the Indian Blanket is tolerant of poor soil conditions and is an excellent candidate for drought-prone, image 95

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 3–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Perennial
Family: Asteraceae
Climate: Temperate

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Indian Blanket (Gaillardia Pulchella) — it attracts pollinators while adding a warm; creating an eye-catching display against the plant's, image 58

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia Pulchella) — The flowers can reach up to 3-4 inches in diameter; its fiery red petals tipped with yellow mimic a sunset, image 90

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia Pulchella) — the plant's blooms showcase a striking blend of red

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia Pulchella) — With a mature height of 12 to 24 inches and a spread of up to 20 inches

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia Pulchella) — scientifically named Gaillardia pulchella; is a vibrant perennial often grown as an annual, image 60

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia Pulchella) — naturalistic design.<br><br>By incorporating Gaillardia pulchella into your design

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia Pulchella) — the plant's blooms showcase a striking blend of red; with a mature height of 12 to 24 inches and a spread of up to 20

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia Pulchella) — perennial with multi-colored and orange blooms; it offers ample coverage and can be planted en masse for a dramatic

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia Pulchella) — Its adaptability makes it suitable for rock gardens, borders, and as a ground cover; perennial for full, image 97

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia Pulchella) — the Indian Blanket is tolerant of poor soil conditions and is an excellent candidate for drought-prone regions; the

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia Pulchella) — perennial for full; and stands resilient against challenging environmental conditions, image 78

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia Pulchella) — Its adaptability makes it suitable for rock gardens, borders, and as a ground cover; perennial for full, image 71

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia Pulchella) — Its growth habit and vibrant flowers contribute to its status as an essential component for a, image 72

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia Pulchella) — colorful accent to xeriscapes and wildflower gardens; its growth habit and vibrant flowers contribute to, image 59

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia Pulchella) — The flowers can reach up to 3-4 inches in diameter

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia Pulchella) — requiring minimal watering once established; its adaptability makes it suitable for rock gardens, borders, image 96

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia Pulchella) — the Indian Blanket is tolerant of poor soil conditions and is an excellent candidate for drought-prone, image 69

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia Pulchella) — Its fiery red petals tipped with yellow mimic a sunset and flourish in full sun; requiring minimal watering, image 107

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia Pulchella) — it offers ample coverage and can be planted en masse for a dramatic effect.<br><br>Preferring full sun, image 42

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia Pulchella) — it offers ample coverage and can be planted en masse for a dramatic effect.<br><br>Preferring full sun, image 68

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia Pulchella) — slightly hairy green leaves

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia Pulchella) — it attracts pollinators while adding a warm; creating an eye-catching display against the plant's, image 84

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia Pulchella) — multi-colored and orange flowers in the garden; is a vibrant perennial that adds a burst of warm color, image 76

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia Pulchella) — slightly hairy green leaves; the Indian Blanket is tolerant of poor soil conditions and is an excellent, image 66

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