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Blanket Flower
Gailardia pulchella
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| Blanketflower is a prolific annual that will grow
basically anywhere. Its showy, salt tolerant blossoms attract butterflies and may be
used as cut flowers. |
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Leaves
Leaves are narrow, alternate, lance-shaped,
with the lower leaves toothed at the edge.
Flowers
Zinnia-like flowers are usually orange or maroon with a yellow tip and a darker center
disk. Color vary. Flowers appear singly on long stems that may sprawl or remain upright.
Flowers year-round
Fruit
Fruit is a 4-pitted lavender-pink,
magenta, or violet drupe, about 1/4 inch in diameter. The fruit lasts long into winter and
are eaten by a variety of birds.
Stems
Stems are green and strong enough to
support the weight of the large flower head.
Propagation
Propagation is by seed or division of
clumps.
Landscape usage
Blanket Flower makes an fast, hardy, easy-to-grow flower. Its brightly colored
blooms last for months. An excellent choice for flower beds, to line walkways, or in
natural areas.
Interesting Facts
It is naturally seen in coastal areas, but recently has been used to seed
highway medians. |
Blanket Flower used in a small flowerbed.
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Summary
Type: Flowers
Salt Tolerant: High
Height: 1.5 ft
Spread: N/A
Growth Rate: Fast
Light: Full sun
Water: Low
Hardiness: High
Native: Yes
Wildlife: Yes
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Blanket Flower
For more detailed information on this
plant go to:
Volusia Extension
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