If you’ve ever wondered why blanket flowers are a favorite among many gardeners, you’re not alone. Their striking beauty is ...

Sun-loving blanket flowers are easy to grow and care for, bringing an explosion of color to the garden. This beloved ...

I see lots of wildflower seed mixes on the market these days. When I look closely at the list of contents, they often include ...

June’s plant of the month is Gaillardia pulchella. Like most Florida natives, this hardy bloomer worships the sun and likes to party on the beach. Gaillardia, also known as the blanket flower… ...

Of course, we can’t forget about our native Blanket flower, Gaillardia pulchella, which is a self-seeding annual that can grow in the driest of sandy soils.

Of course, we can’t forget our native Blanket flower, Gaillardia pulchella, a self-seeding annual that can grow in the driest of sandy soils!

The Gaillardia pulchella was chosen as the 2022 Texas Wildflower of the Year because of its wide-spread naturalization, hardy nature and long-lasting bloom times.

G. pulchella varieties feature captivating, double form, peonylike flower heads to 2 1/2 inches across. Flowering begins in spring and can last until December in milder climates.

The best way to start annual blanket flower (Gaillardia pulchella) is to directly sow the seeds into the garden in the location where you wish the plants to grow.