How To Use Blanket Flowers in Your Landscape

Characteristics of Blanket Flower

Blanket Flower belongs to the family of Asteraceae and grows in North and South America. It has pretty daisy-like flowers that come in a range of red, orange, yellow, and bi-colours. Most flowers have a central disk and petals. It grows in clusters and can grow to between 1 and 3 feet, depending on the species. Its foliage is usually grey-green, so it provides structure and contrast to the landscape even in the absence of blooms.

Blanket Flower Grows Well In The Winter

It also works in a range of soils from sandy to rocky and so is adaptable to multiple landscapes. Once grown, This drought-tolerant plant should be regularly watered during the first growing season to set in properly. Also, consider that it is a perennial plant; therefore, you will not see it again next year, giving you a more durable option in your garden.

Blanket Flower Design Ideas

Its colorful appearance is excellent for mass planting. Be dramatic and plant a mass on a significant area of the landscape. Use a combination of colors to have an eye-catching and focal display.

You can use it on multiple borders to add a little color and texture. Combine it with perennials like Coneflowers (Echinacea spp. ), Black-eyed Susans (Rudbeckia spp. ), and Salvia for a colorful border. Layer the plants by height for a nice-looking set-up.

It does not need to be fertilized with rocky soils, making it perfect for stone gardens. Plant it in a row between rocks or near the base of a rock bed to frame the scene and add a splash of color. The striking flowering blooms against the rocks are striking.

They are pretty for bees and butterflies. Plant them in a pollinator garden along with other nectar-loving plants. This will make your landscaping look beautiful, and it will also benefit the local ecosystem by attracting and feeding important pollinators.

You can even grow it in pots, which makes it an excellent plant for small spaces or patios. Select a draining potting mix and drainage-hole-less container. Plant or mash varieties of plants with other annuals for a bright and portable show.

Blanket Flower doesn't require much care, so it's an excellent plant for those who know what they're doing. Once established, it does not like drought. But give it a good watering now and then during dry spells for good growth and blooming.

Cutting off the old flowers ensures continued flowering and prevents the plant from over-seeding. To deadhead, pinch, or remove the dying flowers.