Indian blanket (Gaillardia pulchella)
Indian blanket, also known as Rosering gaillardia, Beach blanket-flower
The Blanket Flower, also known as Gaillardia, is a meadow and prairie wildflower that sports daisy-like blossoms with a russet central disk surrounded by red petals tipped with yellow. This plant is known for attracting pollinators like bees and butterflies due to its rich nectar. When planted in large groups, it creates a stunning display of vivid reds and yellows, enhancing any landscape.
Key Facts About Indian blanket
Attributes of Indian blanket
Lifespan
Annual, Biennial
Plant Type
Herb
Plant Height
20 cm to 60 cm
Spread
15 cm to 30 cm
Leaf Color
Green Silver Gray
Flower Size
4 cm to 6 cm
Flower Color
Yellow Purple Red Orange Pink Blue Brown
Scientific Classification of Indian blanket
Phylum
Vascular plants
Class
Dicotyledons
Order
Asters bellflowers fanflowers and allies
Family
Daisy
Genus
Blanket flowers
Species
Indian blanket