Blanket Flower Seeds

Blanket flower seeds introduce a burst of vibrant, daisy-like blooms to any garden. These seeds yield plants with striking red and yellow flowers, resembling colorful blankets. Blanket flowers thrive in sunny locations and well-drained soil, attracting pollinators like butterflies and bees. With their cheerful hues and long-lasting blooms, they make beautiful additions to borders, containers, or wildflower gardens, providing a charming and colorful display throughout the growing season. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Blanket Flower

We offer consumer-friendly blanket flower seeds that are easy to grow and suitable for gardeners of all levels, from beginners to experts.

How do I care for blanket flowers in the fall and winter?

Cut back Ferry-Morse Blanket Flower stalks in fall and apply mulch for winter protection. Good winter drainage is especially important for Gaillardia aristata, so avoid conditions where the soil remains excessively wet.

Should I deadhead blanket flowers?

Yes. Removing faded blanket flower blooms can encourage additional flowering. Ferry-Morse Gaillardia aristata is a long-blooming perennial, and regular deadheading can help extend its colorful display through the growing season.

Can blanket flowers grow in containers?

Yes. Ferry-Morse Blanket Flowers can be grown in containers at least 18 inches in diameter. Place the container in full sun and use a well-draining growing medium, since good drainage is especially important for this perennial.

How long does it take blanket flowers to bloom from seed?

Ferry-Morse Blanket Flower (Gaillardia aristata) seeds typically take about 90–180 days to bloom. Bloom timing can vary with planting time and growing conditions. Once established, the plants can bloom from early summer through late fall or until a hard frost.

How much water do blanket flowers need?

Ferry-Morse Blanket Flowers have average water needs of about 1–2 inches per week and become drought-tolerant once established. Keep newly sown seeds moist during germination, then adjust watering as plants become established, based on rainfall, soil conditions, and weather.

How much sun do blanket flowers need?

Blanket flowers grow best in full sun. Plant Ferry-Morse Gaillardia aristata seeds in a sunny location with good drainage to support healthy growth and flowering.

How far apart should I space blanket flower plants?

Space Ferry-Morse Blanket Flower (Gaillardia aristata) plants about 14–18 inches apart. If seeds are broadcast, thin or transplant the seedlings after they reach about 2 inches tall to provide adequate growing space.

How long do blanket flower seeds take to germinate?

Ferry-Morse Blanket Flower seeds typically germinate in 7–15 days under suitable growing conditions. Keep the seedbed consistently moist during germination. Temperature, moisture, and other environmental conditions can affect germination time.

How deep should I plant blanket flower seeds?

Plant Ferry-Morse Blanket Flower (Gaillardia aristata) seeds about 1/8 inch deep. Cover the seeds lightly after sowing and gently firm the soil to help maintain good seed-to-soil contact.

How do I plant blanket flower seeds?

Broadcast Ferry-Morse Blanket Flower seeds over a prepared garden bed, cover them lightly, and gently firm the soil.

For more even distribution, the seeds can be mixed with a cup of sand before sowing. Keep the seedbed moist during germination. When seedlings reach about 2 inches tall, thin or transplant them as needed.

When should I plant blanket flower seeds?

Ferry-Morse Blanket Flower (Gaillardia aristata) seeds can be planted in spring or fall. Spring sowing allows plants to become established during the growing season, while fall planting of this hardy perennial can produce blossoms the following spring.