Gaillardia pulchella (Asteraceae)
A hardy, drought tolerant annual native to the central United
States. Easily established from seed, it forms dense colonies of brilliant red flowers
with yellow rims. The flower diameter is slightly smaller than its perennial cousin
Gaillardia aristata. An excellent variety of coastal beachfront property or sand dune
reclamation sites. Thrives in heat and full sun in well drained soils.
Suggested Use: Roadsides, drainage ditch slopes, open fields, mixes.
Miscellaneous: One of the most adaptable annual composites growing from Mexico, north into
British Columbia. An excellent Cut flower with a vase life from six to ten days.
Great For Beach Fronts!
Average Planting Success: 80%
