Indian Blanket Trio
by Maria Urso
Title
Indian Blanket Trio
Artist
Maria Urso
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
Gaillardia pulchella is a hardy plant, not picky about soil, though sandy and well-drained are best. It has a high drought tolerance and does best with a dry, hot climate in full sun. Its vibrantly colored flowers can be seen carpeting fields and the sides of highways for miles in the summer to late fall. Favored by honeybees, it produces a dark reddish amber buttery tasting honey. In the garden, the flowers can be removed/deadheaded to promote further blooming. It self-seeds freel
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August 18th, 2016
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