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Blanket Flower (Gaillardia pulchella) growing in South Florida
Florida NativeFFL QualifiedGrade Florida #1

Blanket Flower — South Florida Plant Guide

Gaillardia pulchella

Family: Asteraceae · Groundcover

Legal status pending editorial verification. Confirm with your county before installation.

Itilizasyon Peyizaj

coastal bufferwildflower meadowdune plantingbutterfly gardenrestorationnaturalistic garden

Etikèt Estil

florida nativecoastalnaturalisticwildflowerbutterfly friendly

Gid Kwasans pou Sid Florid

Bezwen Limyè

Full Sun

Bezwen Dlo

Low1/10

Once established (12–18 months), Blanket Flower is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Highly drought tolerant. Water 1-2x per week during establishment only (first 3-4 weeks). After establishment, no supplemental irrigation in South Florida — coastal rainfall is sufficient. Overwatering in poorly drained soils causes root rot. SFWMD drought exempt as Florida native.

Tè ak Fètilizasyon

sandycoastalwell drainedlimestone

Fertilizer: None — native wildflower requiring no fertilization

Schedule: Not required — coastal sandy soil native. No fertilization recommended.

Tolerans Sèl

High (8/10) — suitable for coastal locations

Suitable for coastal planting across all 5 South Florida counties.

Wotè Matire
12 ft
Lajè Matire
12 ft
Vitès Kwasans
fast
Bezwen Dlo
1/10
Nòt Florida
Florida #1
Pri Enstalasyon
$
Zòn USDA
8a, 8b, 9a, 9b, 10a, 10b, 11
Estati FLEPPC
None
Nòt Iguàn
4/10

Kote pou Achte nan Sid Florid

Jwenn Blanket Flower nan pepinyè Sid Florid — verifye disponiblite ak pri nan pepinyè pre ou.

Kesyon Souvan Poze

How fast does Blanket Flower grow in South Florida?

Blanket Flower has a fast growth rate. In South Florida's warm, humid climate it typically establishes quickly with proper watering and fertilization.

Is Blanket Flower safe for pets?

Yes, Blanket Flower is considered pet-safe. Non-toxic to dogs and cats. Safe for all pet-accessible landscapes.

How much water does Blanket Flower need in South Florida?

Low water needs (1/10). Once established (12–18 months), Blanket Flower is drought-tolerant and requires minimal supplemental irrigation in South Florida.

Can Blanket Flower tolerate salt air in South Florida?

Blanket Flower has high salt tolerance (8/10) and is well-suited for coastal South Florida, including areas with salt air in Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, Collier, and Monroe counties.

Is Blanket Flower available in Miami-Dade County?

In Miami-Dade County, Blanket Flower is classified as: protected. Florida native — protected from HOA prohibition under Florida Statute 720.

Disponiblite pa Konte nan Sid Florid

Miami-Dade County

Protected

Florida native — protected from HOA prohibition under Florida Statute 720.3075.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 10a–11. Tropical climate, year-round warmth and humidity.

Wè Gid Konte →

Broward County

Protected

Florida native — protected. Good for Broward County coastal restoration and wildflower garden applications.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical with warm winters and wet/dry seasons.

Wè Gid Konte →

Palm Beach County

Protected

Florida native — protected. Good for Palm Beach County coastal and inland sandy landscape applications.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 9b–10b. Transitional zone with occasional winter cold in north.

Wè Gid Konte →

Collier County

Protected

Florida native — protected. Excellent for Collier County coastal and naturalistic wildflower applications.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 10a–10b. Subtropical Gulf Coast with seasonal flooding.

Wè Gid Konte →

Monroe County

Protected

Florida native — protected. Good for Keys coastal upland and inland naturalistic plantings.

✓ Bon pou Kòt

USDA Zone 11. Tropical maritime, highest salt exposure of all 5 counties.

Wè Gid Konte →

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