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Blanket flower seeds produce hardy, flowering plants with upright, branching growth and daisy-like blooms. These plants are well suited for garden beds, borders, and naturalized plantings, where they establish quickly and provide seasonal color. Blanket flowers thrive in full sun and adapt to a wide range of well-drained soils, including sandy and moderately low-fertility conditions. Once established, they tolerate dry periods and require minimal maintenance, making them suitable for low-input landscapes.
Features
- Hardy flowering plant with upright, branching growth
- Suitable for borders, beds, and naturalized areas
- Adapts to well-drained sandy and loamy soils
- Tolerates dry conditions once established
- Performs well in full sun environments
- Low maintenance growth habit
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Gaillardia spp.
- Common Name (US): Blanket Flower
- Seed Type / Variety: Flower seed
- Growth Habit: Upright, branching annual or perennial (varies by type)
- USDA Zones: 3–10 (varies by species)
- Planting Season: Spring or fall
- Growing Season: Spring to summer
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Sowing Season:
- Spring: March to May
- Fall: September to October
- Germination Time and Conditions: 7–14 days at 18–24°C with light moisture
- Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
- Soil Requirements: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
- Watering Needs: Low to moderate; drought tolerant once established
- Mature Plant Size: 30–90 cm height, 30–60 cm spread
- Plant Spacing: 25–40 cm apart
