Collecting Seeds

Indian Blanket Flower
(Gaillardia aristata)
Plant Type: Perennial-  Plant early and it will bloom the first year.
Bloom Time: Summer to frost
Height:  12" - 15" tall
Exposure: Full Sun
Sow Outside:  Mid April
Sow Inside:  Spring - 6 - 8 weeks before last frost. 
Seed Depth:  1/4"
Plant spacing 12"
Days to Germinate; 15 to 25
Days to bloom Will bloom the first year if planted early. About 100 days
Blanket flowers are easy to grow, prolific bloomers (seed producers), drought tolerant, great in bouquets and press beautifully.  The seeds are dispensed by a combination of wind and burr action (catching a ride on animal fur and human clothing). Deadheading will encourage more blooms.
 

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