Also known as Winkler's Blanketflower
Lanceleaf Blanketflower (Gaillardia aestivalis) is a resilient native wildflower with striking yellow to reddish-orange daisy-like blooms that attract pollinators.
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Requires at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily for best flowering.
Moderate
50% intensity
Allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Drought tolerant once established.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Moderate
50% intensity
Prefers average room temperatures; hardy in USDA zones 3-9.
Low
25% intensity
Benefits from minimal feeding; a light application of balanced fertilizer in spring is usually sufficient.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | No |
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly once established, allowing soil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid overwatering, especially in well-draining soil. Young plants may need more frequent watering until their root systems develop.
Reduce watering in cooler months.
Deadheading spent flowers regularly encourages continuous blooming and maintains a tidy appearance. Prune back plants in late fall or early spring to remove dead or damaged stems and to shape the plant.
This promotes vigorous new growth.
Propagate from seed sown in early spring, either indoors or directly outdoors after the last frost. Division of established clumps in early spring is another effective method.
Seeds may require stratification for better germination.
Repotting is rarely necessary for established plants as they prefer to be slightly root-bound. If repotting is required, do so in early spring before new growth begins.
Use a well-draining potting mix and a pot only slightly larger than the current one.
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Flowering & fruiting calendar
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Where Lanceleaf Blanketflower (Gaillardia aestivalis) is found
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Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Gaillardia |
| Species | Gaillardia aestivalis |
Similar in genus Gaillardia
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