Firewheel
Gaillardia pulchella
Last reviewed: June 2026
Light
full sun
Water
low
Size
12"–24" H × 12"–18" W
Bloom
Jun, Jul, Aug, Sep
Native to
AZ, CO, KS, MO and 5 more states
Pollinators
bees, butterflies
Browse plants for this ecoregion
Rose-ring blanket-flower is a colorful annual wildflower that produces bright daisy-like blooms in shades of red, orange, and yellow from summer through fall. This compact plant forms neat mounds and provides continuous color in sunny, dry locations. It requires minimal water once established.
In an HOA neighborhood
Firewheel is an HOA-friendly choice. Maintenance level: low. Tidiness: 4 out of 5.
Works well in: front yard, foundation, street edge, mid zone.
- Needs replanting annually
- May self-seed in unwanted areas
Wildlife value
The nectar-rich flowers attract bees and butterflies throughout the long blooming season. Seeds also provide food for birds in late fall.
Native range data from the USDA PLANTS Database and regional native plant society lists. Pollinator and host plant associations compiled from GBIF, iNaturalist, and published ecological literature.
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