Gaillardia grandiflora
is an eyecatcher when in bloom. The Blanketflower is a short-lived
perennial. Gaillardia grandiflora is a hybrid of midwestern
species. The Blanketflower will bloom for a much longer period if
the spent flowers are removed. The birds like the seeds so if you are
trying to encourage them in your garden the flowers can be scattered around the plants
after they have been removed. Blanketflower starts blooming in May
in our area and continues through to Fall. Gaillardia grandiflora
grows in full sun and requires drainage. Plants grow
18"- 2 feet tall and wide. Gaillardia grandiflora is Winter
hardy to zone 3
High
resolution images of
Gaillardia grandiflora are available.
