Gaillardia aristata
Blanket flower displays bold and warm blooms in sun and sunset colors. A very hardy, water-efficient plant that blooms continuously all summer.
Growing Guide & Production Protocols
Cultivation & Growing Guidelines
Gaillardia aristata, commonly known as ‘blanket flower’, is a hardy perennial from the Asteraceae family, native to North America and celebrated for its fiery, daisy-like blooms and strong adaptability to harsh growing conditions. It thrives in full sun, well-drained soil, and low to moderate fertility, showing excellent drought resistance and long flowering performance. Ideal for xeriscapes, prairie-style gardens, and borders, Gaillardia aristata provides vibrant color and pollinator attraction with minimal care.
Stick promptly, maintain 70°F (21°C). pH 5.8–6.2, EC 0.8–1.0. Feed gradually, fungicide at sticking and week 2, pinch optional.
Commercial Gaillardia Series Overview
Danziger offers one dedicated series within this crop:
- SUNRITA®
A well-branched, compact series with vibrant, long-lasting blooms and outstanding heat and drought tolerance. SUNRITA® is ideal for premium perennial programs, offering growers consistent performance and consumers reliable garden color throughout the season.
For more cultural tips, production planning, and growing support, visit our product pages.
For more detailed growing tips – such as sticking guidelines, recommended PGRs, and scheduling protocols – check out our Gaillardia aristata Growing Tips.
Common Production Base Specs
Core agronomic requirements applying across all Gaillardia aristata series.
| Crop Type | Bedding - Perennials |
|---|---|
| Growing Guide & Production Protocols | Gaillardia aristata, part of the Asteraceae family, is known for its boldly banded, warm-toned, daisy-like blooms and tough, hairy foliage. This herbaceous perennial thrives in full sun, poor, well-drained sandy or rocky soil. With outstanding drought and heat tolerance, Gaillardia aristata blooms continuously from early summer to fall, making it a favorite for water-wise gardens, perennial borders, and meadow plantings that need vibrant, rugged summer color. |
| Cultivation & Groweing guidelines | Establish early at 65-68°F (18-20°C) to bulk. If bulking for spring sales, many varieties benefit from dropping temperatures to 40-50°F (4-10°C) for vernalization. pH 5.8-6.2, EC 1.0-1.5, feed 100-150 ppm N. Allow media to dry moderately between waterings to encourage deep root systems. Fungicide drench recommended at transplant. |
| Growth Habit | Mounded |
| PGR Requirements | Minimal |
| Recommended Formats | Quarts, Gallons, Landscape |
| Flowering Season | Summer to Autumn |