Blanketflower
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Gaillardia aristata
The bi-colored wildflower resembles an Indian blanket and comes in yellow, red, burgundy, and brown shades. It is native to the Northern Rockies and more suitable for cold weather than its cousin, the Indian Blanket. The flowers are easy to grow and provide color throughout the season.
Meriwether Lewis collected the first specimen of this wildflower on July 7, 1806. Botanist Frederick Traugott Pursch later studied this and other native species, completing a catalog of the species discovered during the famous expedition. The genus "Gaillardia" is named after the 18th-century French botanist Gaillard de Charentonneau. The common name "Blanket Flower" is believed to refer to the brightly colored blossoms' resemblance to Native American weaving.
Height: 2’-3'
Spread: 1’-2'
Bloom: April-November
Light: Full Sun
Water: Low
Zone: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Origin: Texas, North America
Winter Shipping: We will continue to ship throughout winter. If you prefer, we are happy to hold your order until spring; please include that request in your shipping notes.
When you order plants from our nursery, you can expect them to arrive in the best possible condition. Our team carefully packs each order using sturdy, biodegradable packaging materials.
Your plants' appearance may vary depending on the season and their current growth stage. We may cut back the leafy growth of some plants to prepare them for shipment and transplanting.
5 Gallon and Up: Any plant purchased to ship over 5 Gallons will be shipped bare root. This means we will remove the plant from its original pot, remove the soil surrounding the roots, and wrap the roots with a biodegradable plastic bag. This reduces weight and the likelihood of damage during shipping.
Once your plants arrive, it is essential to plant them as soon as possible. This will help them rebound and thrive. If you cannot plant immediately, water regularly and keep the roots off heat-conducting surfaces.
Newly transplanted plants often require more water until their roots are well established. Plan to water them 1-3 times weekly for the first few months.
