Blanket Flower
Gaillardia aristata
Zones 3–8perennial24" tall🐝 pollinator🌾 native
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Peak bloom: July
How to plant
Plant in spring in lean, well-drained soil. Thrives on neglect; overwatering shortens lifespan.
- Sunlight
- full sun
- Spacing
- 15" between plants
- Mature height
- 24"
- Row placement
- mid of bed
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