Indian Blanket - Native

Indian Blanket (Gaillardia pulchella), also known as Firewheel, is a warm-season annual forb cherished for its bright, pinwheel-like blooms of red and yellow. Native primarily to the central and southern United States, it typically grows 1–2 feet tall and brings vibrant color to meadows, borders, and pollinator gardens.

This hardy plant adapts to a variety of soil types—though it thrives best in well-drained, sandy soils—and prefers full sun exposure. It tolerates a wide pH range, generally from slightly acidic to somewhat alkaline, making it quite easy to grow in many regions.

Indian Blanket is valued for wildlife, as it attracts bees and other pollinators with its bright flowers, and its seeds provide a food source for birds. This low-maintenance bloomer often self-seeds, ensuring a return of cheerful color year after year.