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Gaillardia, commonly known as Blanket Flower, is a cheerful, short-lived perennial that produces a continuous carpet of daisy-like blooms. With their iconic red centers and yellow-tipped petals, these flowers bring a "sunset" palette to any garden bed or container.

• Salt Tolerant: One of the best choices for coastal gardens; they handle salt spray and sandy soil with ease.
• Pollinator Paradise: Their long blooming season provides a steady source of nectar for bees and butterflies.
• Heat Lovers: While other flowers wilt in the Florida humidity, Gaillardia thrives in the intense summer heat.
• Self-Seeding: Though individual plants may only last a few seasons, they often drop seeds to produce new "volunteers" next year!

Light: Full Sun (Maximum sun = Maximum blooms)

Water: Low; once established, they are very drought-tolerant

Soil: Well-draining, sandy soil (avoid heavy clay or wet feet

)Height12–18 inches

Bloom Time: Almost year-round in Florida

Gardener's Tip: To keep your Gaillardia looking tidy and to encourage even more flowers, "deadhead" (clip off) the spent blooms once they start to fade.