Michigan State University Extension
Ornamental Plants plus Version 3.0 - 00000648
11/12/99

Gaillardia pulchella--Blanketflower


Height: 24 in Spacing: 15 in
Type: annual
Flowers: Orange, yellow, red

Comments: This heat and drought tolerant annual often has
flowers with darker centers. Provide a sunny growing area
and a well-drained soil. Gaillardia does dislikes clay
soils.

Propagation: Propagate by seed sown directly into the
garden.

Cultivars:
'Red Plume' - Bright red flowers are produced on plants
about 2 feet tall (Vis. 1).

References for Cultivars: Lowell C. Ewart, 1997 Flower
Seed Trials, Michigan State University; White Flower Farm
1999.


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