Indian Blanket Seeds (Gaillardia pulchella) - 25 Colorful Perennial Wildflower Seeds for Pollinators

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia pulchella) is a vibrant wildflower native to North America, known for its striking red and yellow daisy-like blooms. This hardy perennial (often grown as an annual in colder zones) adds a splash of color to meadows, borders, and pollinator gardens. Its nectar-rich flowers attract bees and butterflies, making it a valuable addition to any wildlife-friendly landscape.

Easy to grow from seed, Indian Blanket thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, tolerating heat and drought once established. It self-sows readily, returning year after year in suitable climates.

Plant Features

• Brilliant red and yellow flowers with a daisy-like form
• Attracts pollinators such as bees and butterflies
• Drought-tolerant and heat-loving once established
• Self-sows freely for naturalized areas
• Blooms from early summer to fall

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Gaillardia pulchella
• Plant Type: Perennial wildflower (often grown as annual)
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil
• Water Requirements: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established
• Growth Habit: Upright, clump-forming
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 3-10
• Bloom Season: Summer to fall
• Mature Height: 12-24 inches
• Spacing: 12-18 inches apart

Planting & Care

Sow Indian Blanket seeds outdoors in spring after the danger of frost has passed, or start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Press seeds lightly into the soil surface; they need light to germinate. Keep the soil consistently moist until germination, which typically occurs in 15-30 days at 70-75°F. Thin seedlings to stand 12-18 inches apart.

Once established, Indian Blanket is low-maintenance and drought-tolerant. Water occasionally during prolonged dry spells. Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continued blooming, or allow some flowers to go to seed for self-sowing. This wildflower performs best in full sun and well-drained soil; avoid overwatering or rich, heavy soils.

What's Included

25 Indian Blanket seeds (Gaillardia pulchella).