Gaillardia, Blanket Flower, Indian Blanket
Gaillardiapulchella 'Sundance Red'

Family: Asteraceae (ass-ter-AY-see-ee)
Genus: Gaillardia (gay-LAR-dee-uh)
Species: pulchella (pul-KEL-uh)
Cultivar: Sundance Red

Category
Annuals

Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Foliage
This plant is resistant to deer

Foliage Color

Height
6-12 in. (15-30 cm)

Spacing
9-12 in. (22-30 cm)

Hardiness

Where to Grow

Danger

Bloom Color
Red

Bloom Characteristics
Flowers are good for cutting
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds

Bloom Size

Bloom Time
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
Blooms repeatedly

Other details

Soil pH requirements

Patent Information

Propagation Methods
From seed; direct sow after last frost

Seed Collecting
Collect seedhead/pod when flowers fade; allow to dry
Properly cleaned, seed can be successfully stored