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Blanket Flower

Gaillardia X Grandiflora

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Overview

The Blanket Flower (Gaillardia x grandiflora) is a hardy perennial boasting vibrant, daisy-like blossoms in red, orange, and yellow. Ideal for US zones 3-10, it thrives in full sun, reaching 1-3 feet in height and spread. Low maintenance with moderate water needs, it's perfect for xeriscaping. Its extended bloom time, from early summer to fall, attracts pollinators, adding dynamic color and life to any landscape.

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

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia X Grandiflora) — daisy-like blossoms in red

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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Blanket Flower (Gaillardia X Grandiflora) — scientifically named Gaillardia x grandiflora

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia X Grandiflora) — Gaillardia x grandiflora prefers well-drained soils and thrives in full sun exposure; the Blanket Flower features

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia X Grandiflora) — making it an excellent choice for sunny borders; reducing the need for frequent watering, image 127

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia X Grandiflora) — making it an excellent choice for sunny borders; reducing the need for frequent watering

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia X Grandiflora) — from early summer to fall; ensuring it remains a delightful and enduring presence in your landscape, image 116

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia X Grandiflora) — often banded together to create a stunning sunset effect

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia X Grandiflora) — multi-colored and orange flowers in the garden; the Blanket Flower features daisy-like blossoms, image 110

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia X Grandiflora) — and thus a practical selection for xeriscaping or low-maintenance gardens.<br><br>Furthermore; reducing, image 131

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia X Grandiflora) — It is also drought-tolerant once established; from early summer to fall, image 101

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia X Grandiflora) — perennial for full; ensuring it remains a delightful and enduring presence in your landscape design

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia X Grandiflora) — Gaillardia x grandiflora prefers well-drained soils and thrives in full sun exposure; the Blanket, image 126

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia X Grandiflora) — resulting from a cross between Gaillardia aristata and Gaillardia pulchella; the Blanket Flower, image 94

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia X Grandiflora) — resulting from a cross between Gaillardia aristata and Gaillardia pulchella; the Blanket Flower, image 66

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia X Grandiflora) — multi-colored and orange flowers in the garden; the Blanket Flower features daisy-like blossoms

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia X Grandiflora) — scientifically named Gaillardia x grandiflora; the Blanket Flower features daisy-like blossoms, image 90

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia X Grandiflora) — It is also drought-tolerant once established; from early summer to fall, image 73

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia X Grandiflora) — perennial with multi-colored and orange blooms; reducing the need for frequent watering, image 83

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia X Grandiflora) — Gaillardia x grandiflora is resistant to many pests and diseases; ensuring it remains a delightful and enduring

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia X Grandiflora) — from early summer to fall

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia X Grandiflora) — This hardy cultivar is a hybrid

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia X Grandiflora) — Gaillardia x grandiflora is resistant to many pests and diseases; ensuring it remains a delightful and, image 108

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia X Grandiflora) — typically from early summer until fall

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia X Grandiflora) — reducing the need for frequent watering

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia X Grandiflora) — is a vibrant perennial that boasts a long blooming season; reducing the need for frequent watering

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