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Blanket Flower 'Aristata'

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Growing Information

HEIGHT: 28 - 36 inches

SPREAD: 18 - 24 inches

LIGHT: Full Sun

WATER: Low to Average, drought-tolerant once established

IN BLOOM: June to Frost

HARDINESS: Zones 3-9

TYPE: Herbaceous perennial

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Gaillardia aristata 'Blanket Flower'

Blanket Flower (Gaillardia aristata) is a hardy native perennial prized for its large, daisy-like blooms in brilliant shades of red, orange, and yellow. Blooming from early summer until frost, it provides long-lasting color while thriving in hot, sunny locations where many other flowers struggle. Its exceptional drought tolerance and ability to attract butterflies and other pollinators make it an outstanding choice for low-maintenance landscapes, cottage gardens, and wildflower plantings.

Key Features

Vibrant blooms from summer until frost
Excellent drought and heat tolerance
Attracts butterflies, bees, and other pollinators
Long-lived, low-maintenance perennial
Ideal for sunny borders and wildflower gardens

Ideal Uses

Pollinator Gardens
Cottage Gardens
Borders
Containers
Native Plantings
Wildlife Gardens

What do these mean?

Why I Grow It

I grow blanket flower because it perfectly represents the kind of plants I want to offer—beautiful, dependable, and an easy success. Its brilliant red, orange, and yellow blooms brighten the garden for months, while its outstanding drought tolerance makes it an excellent choice for our area. It returns year after year with minimal care and provides a reliable source of nectar for butterflies, bees, and other pollinators. It's a perennial that earns its place in the garden by looking great while asking for very little in return.

Care Tips:

Plant in full sun for the best flowering
Grow in well-drained soil to increase longevity
Water regularly during establishment, then only during prolonged dry periods
Remove spent blooms to encourage continued flower production
Avoid overly rich soils or excessive fertilizer, as it will cause leaves to grow but not blooms

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