Blanket flower (Gaillardia aristata)

Blanket Flower, scientifically known as Gaillardia aristata, a stunning perennial that will blanket your garden with its cheerful and colorful blooms. With its daisy-like flowers in shades of red, orange, and yellow, this gaillardia exudes a sense of energy and joy. Growing up to 1 to 2 feet tall, it forms a lovely display of flowers, creating a stunning visual spectacle.

Blanket Flower is a magnet for pollinators, attracting bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects with its nectar-rich flowers. Ideal for wildflower gardens, meadows, and sunny borders, this hardy plant thrives in well-drained soil and full sun.

Embrace the allure of Blanket Flower and create a pollinator-friendly haven in your garden while celebrating the vibrant beauty of these cheerful blooms that will add a touch of brightness and happiness to your outdoor space.

Fun Facts: Blanket flower (Gaillardia aristata)

• Botanical Name: Lavandula angustifolia
• Height: 18-30" in
• Life Cycle: Perennial
• Color: Red w/yellow tips
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Light Requirements: Full Sun
• Hardiness Zones: 3-8

More importantly here is what you get!

At Finding Nectar, you can purchase Blanket flower (Gaillardia aristata) in a 4 inch pot, grown from seed, without the use of systemic pesticides, and are nurtured in living soil. We prioritize the root health of our flowers rather than forcing them to bloom, giving them the best chance to flourish in your yard within the first year.

Here is why it's important

At Finding Nectar in Arvada, Colorado, we highly value pollinators' vital role in ecosystems and food supply. Therefore, we thoughtfully select plants, like the Blanket flower (Gaillardia aristata), to support them.

These nectar-rich and pollen-filled plants nourish bees, butterflies, and more. By using our pollinator-friendly species, you actively preserve essential beings and create a thriving garden. Moreover, as a dedicated nursery serving the Front Range, you can shop worry-free about climate suitability.

Join us in creating a sustainable environment for both plants and pollinators! So, choose Finding Nectar for a greener future. Act now and make a difference with Finding Nectar!