{"product_id":"blanket-flower-gaillardia","title":"Blanket Flower (Gaillardia)","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlanket Flower (Gaillardia) is a vibrant, easy-to-grow, native perennial that produces masses of stunning yellow and orange daisy-like blooms all summer long. Its bright, cheerful flowers are perfect for pollinator gardens, borders, and bouquets, adding warmth and charm to any space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis short-lived perennial thrives in warm, dry conditions with well-drained soil, making it a great choice for low-maintenance gardening. Blanket Flower is highly drought-tolerant once established and a magnet for bees and butterflies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere Can You Grow Blanket Flower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlanket Flower grows well in Zones 3-9, thriving in full sun and sandy or rocky soils. It’s ideal for wildflower gardens, xeriscaping (landscaping for reduced irrigation), or as a bright accent in borders and containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory and Historical Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNative to North America, Blanket Flower has long been appreciated for its hardiness and beauty. Indigenous peoples used the plant for medicinal purposes, while modern gardeners value its ability to bring vibrant colour to challenging, dry environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZones 8-9:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds directly in late autumn or early spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZones 5-7:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start seeds indoors in late winter or sow outdoors in early spring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZones 3-4:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds in early spring after the last frost. Mulch lightly to protect young plants.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest Blanket Flower\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds 0.5cm (1\/4in) deep, spacing plants 30-45cm (12-18in) apart in well-drained soil.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water moderately during establishment; once mature, the plant tolerates drought well.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDeadheading:\u003c\/strong\u003e Remove spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Divide clumps every 2-3 years to rejuvenate plants and promote new growth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Tips for Future Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAllow Flowers to Go to Seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Leave some blooms on the plant to dry and develop seed heads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once seed heads turn brown and dry, cut them off and place them in a paper bag.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClean and Dry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shake or crush the seed heads to release the seeds. Remove debris and spread seeds on a screen to dry completely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStore:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store dried seeds in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. Seeds remain viable for 2-3 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified Organic By\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48811188027634,"sku":"MF-NATIVE-002","price":4.76,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/4106\/0082\/files\/Gaillardia_Flower.jpg?v=1772481899","url":"https:\/\/homeandwell.ca\/products\/blanket-flower-gaillardia","provider":"Home \u0026 Well ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}