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Indian Blanket
Gaillardia pulchella
In the United States:
Native
· also called indian blanket, firewheel, blanket flower
Honeybees forage on Gaillardia pulchella for nectar and pollen throughout its extended bloom from late spring to fall, with peak activity in summer. This drought-tolerant annual thrives in full sun and poor soils, self-seeding to provide ongoing bee support without becoming invasive. Deadheading extends flowering but is not always necessary in naturalized settings.
| Nectar | high |
|---|---|
| Pollen | high |
| Bloom (US) | May–October |
| Hardiness zones | 2-10 |
| Duration | ~2 months |
| Type | Perennial |
| Sun | full |
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