Blanket Flower (Gaillardia spp.) in Flowers Montana
Description:
Blanket Flowers are hardy perennials known for their bright, daisy-like flowers with red or yellow petals and a central disk. They bloom from early summer to fall and are drought-tolerant and attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies.
Description:
Blanket Flowers are hardy perennials known for their bright, daisy-like flowers with red or yellow petals and a central disk. They bloom from early summer to fall and are drought-tolerant and attractive to pollinators like bees and butterflies.
Description
Planting Instructions:
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- Location:Plant Blanket Flowers in a location with full sun and well-drained soil. They are tolerant of poor soil conditions and can thrive in rocky or sandy soils.
- Planting:Sow Blanket Flower seeds directly into the garden in early spring after the last frost date. Press the seeds lightly into the soil surface and keep them consistently moist until germination occurs.
- Spacing:Space Blanket Flower plants about 12 to 18 inches apart.
- Care:Water newly planted Blanket Flowers regularly until established. Once established, they are drought-tolerant and only need supplemental watering during extended dry periods. Deadhead spent flowers to prolong blooming and promote a tidy appearance. Divide overcrowded clumps every few years in early spring or fall for rejuvenation.
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