The annual Gaillardia pulchella (annual blanketflower) bears showy, multi-coloured medium red and faded yellow and repeat-blooming blossoms during early summer to late autumn. This plant is upright and has matte and medium textured foliage that is greyish green in colour.
Typical Uses
Alpine or rock garden, annual, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, ground cover, tropical and wild flower.
Special Characteristics
Birds and butterflies are attracted to Gaillardia pulchella . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer, and it is tolerant of compacted soil, pollution and salt.
Cautions
With its fast growth rate, Gaillardia pulchella (annual blanketflower) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. Be advised that Gaillardia pulchella (annual blanketflower) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.
