Indian Blanket - Gaillardia pulchella

Annual Open Pollinated. Brilliant pinwheel-like flowers in yellow and red brighten up gardens throughout the states. A hardy and drought tolerant wildflower that is adaptable to a variety of conditions. Deadhead the plants to prolong blooming. Pack covers approximately 10 sq ft if broadcast. Thin to 12" apart.

Flowers: Good cut flower. Blooms mid summer to fall
Attracts: Attracts bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects
Soil: Adaptable, but prefers dry, sandy soil
Native: Central US
USDA Zone: 3-10
Plant In: Fall
Planting Depth: 1/8"
Days to Germinate: 15-45 Days
Height At Maturity: 18"-24"
Sun/Shade Requirements: Full Sun
Water Needs: Light Water
Approx. Seeds Per Pack: 319

Features

Attracts Bees/Butterflies
Attracts Beneficial Insects
Drought Tolerant
Good Fall Color
Native
Open-Pollinated
Somewhat Drought Tolerant
Wildflower

Characteristics

Organic Status : 3 - 10

Bloom Season : Fall

Bloom Season : Summer

Flower Color : Red

Flower Color : Yellow

Growth Habit : Upright

Life Cycle : Annual

Plant Usage : Attracts Bees/Butterflies

Plant Usage : Attracts Beneficial Insects

Planting Time : Fall

Seed Unit Sizes : Seed Pack

Sun Requirements : Full Sun

Planting & Care

Loosen the top two inches of soil. Mix seed with 10 parts vermiculite. Broadcast this mix over the area to be planted. Compress soil and lightly cover with compost or straw.

Guarantee

Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply brand vegetable seeds are guaranteed to germinate. Once the seeds have sprouted, please understand that Peaceful Valley cannot be held responsible for the many uncontrollable growing and climatic conditions that must be met to ensure the success of your crop(s).

Peaceful Valley brand wildflower seeds are all non-GMO.
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Indian Blanket (pack)