Gaillardia Indian Blanket is a photograph by Phyllis Taylor which was uploaded on July 10th, 2016.
Gaillardia Indian Blanket
This beautiful Gaillardia Indian Blanket plant ( gaillardia pulchella) was found growing in the sand near the beach on the grounds of Cape Lookout... more
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Gaillardia Indian Blanket
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Phyllis Taylor
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This beautiful Gaillardia Indian Blanket plant ( gaillardia pulchella) was found growing in the sand near the beach on the grounds of Cape Lookout Lighthouse in North Carolina.
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 freely.
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July 10th, 2016
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