• A vibrant close-up of Gaillardia aristata (Brown-eyed Susan) with golden-yellow petals that fade into deep reddish-orange near the center. The slightly curled petals surround a dark, textured disk, creating a sunburst effect. The slender green stem and blurred background highlight its striking color contrast.
  • A group of Gaillardia aristata (Brown-eyed Susan) blooms stand tall among grasses and other wildflowers. Their bright yellow petals with reddish bases frame a dark brown center, adding warmth to the meadow. The mix of greenery and scattered purple and pink flowers enhances the prairie setting.
  • A lively patch of Gaillardia aristata (Brown-eyed Susan) fills the foreground, their bold yellow and red blooms mingling with white wildflowers. The greenhouse in the background hints at a cultivated setting, contrasting with the wild, sprawling nature of the plants.
  • A sweeping prairie landscape speckled with Gaillardia aristata (Brown-eyed Susan), their golden-yellow flowers standing out among tall grasses. Some blooms remain vibrant, while others have faded to reveal dark seed heads, capturing the seasonal transition in a native grassland.
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Gaillardia aristata - Brown-eyed Susan

Gaillardia aristata - Brown-eyed Susan

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Brown-eyed Susan, also known as Blanketflower, is a tough, drought-tolerant perennial with large, daisy-like blooms in fiery shades of yellow and deep red, surrounding a rich brown center. Blooming from early summer into fall, it offers a reliable nectar source for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators, while its seeds sustain songbirds through the fall and winter. With its bold, eye-catching flowers, this hardy native makes a striking impact in any landscape, large or small.

Adapted to dry, sandy, and rocky soils, Brown-eyed Susan is perfectly suited for prairie plantings, xeriscapes, and roadside restorations. Its hairy, lance-shaped leaves and deep taproot help it withstand drought and poor soil conditions, making it a low-maintenance yet high-impact addition to naturalized meadows and pollinator gardens in both urban and rural spaces. Its aromatic, slightly hairy foliage makes it unpalatable to deer and other browsing animals, ensuring it thrives even in areas with high wildlife activity.

How Easy Is This Plant to Grow?

Germination Difficulty: Beginner
Growing Difficulty: Beginner
Speed of Growth: Moderate/Fast
Age to First Bloom: 1-2

Plant Sizes & Blooming Window

Important Information - The "Plant Sizes" are provided as a general guideline for plant selection. The "Blooming Window" indicates the general period when the species is in bloom, not how long an individual plant will flower.

Plant growth and bloom times will vary depending on geographical location & individual site conditions. Please scroll down to see the specific information for this plant.

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Plant Specifics

Seeds Per Pack

Seeds Per Package: 25

Light Conditions

  • Sun

Soil Conditions

  • Well Drained
  • Loam
  • Sandy
  • Gravelly
  • Dry
  • Seasonally Moist

Height

  • 12" - 24"
  • 24" - 36"

Width

  • 12" - 24"
  • 24" - 36"

Bloom Colour

  • Yellow
  • Orange

Month of Bloom

  • June
  • July
  • August

Vigorousness

  • Moderate
  • Fast

Deer Resistance

  • High

Features

  • Birds
  • Butterflies
  • Bees
  • Long Bloom Time
  • Attractive Seed Heads
  • Urban Spaces
  • Rural Spaces
  • Medicinal Properties

Chinook Exposure

  • Fully Exposed

Distribution Info

Native to western Canada, Brown-eyed Susan is found from BC, to MB, and is widespread across the western and central US. Flourishing in dry grasslands, foothills, and open woodlands, it thrives in poor soils and withstands harsh growing conditions.

Traditional Edible & Medicinal Info

Indigenous peoples traditionally used Gaillardia aristata in herbal remedies, including teas made from the leaves and roots for gastrointestinal ailments, skin irritations, and respiratory issues.