About This Plant
Bright red and orange flowers bloom from erect, slightly fuzzy stems that grow between one and two feet tall. Native throughout the U.S., this plant can be perennial in warmer climates and annual in cooler ones. It's common around beaches and dunes and is tolerant to drought, heat, and salt.
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Benefits
- Wildlife Benefits
Plant Facts
Teas have historically been made from the Blanket Flower’s leaves to aid in gastrointestinal and skin disorders. | Kiowa Native Americans believe the flower is a source of good luck.
Alternate Names
Annual Gaillardia, Beach Blanket-flower, Bedding Gaillardia, Blanket Flower, Firewheel, Gaillardia
