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blanket flower
Botanical Name: Gaillardia pinnatifidia
Plant Family: Aster (Asteraceae) Description: A 1-2 ft. perennial with daisy-like 2 inch yellow, three-cleft flowers surrounding a purplish-red center. Leaves grow on the lower portion of the plant, and blooms appear on long, slender stems. Growing Conditions: Full sun on sand or other well-draining soil. Bloom Time: April through September Bloom Color: Yellow, red Benefit to pollinators/wildlife: Special value to native bees. Native Status: Native to US but not to PA. Location in habitat: Pollinator Demonstration Garden |
