Plant profile
Gaillardia
Gaillardia pulchella
Heat-tolerant daisy-like flowers in warm tones. Good for sunny, dry spots.
Care snapshot
Light
Bright indirect light
Water
Every 2-3 days
Difficulty
Easy
Growth
Fast
Space
Small space, up to 60 cm
Typical cost
₹50-140
Why it works
Good fit notes
Heat-tolerant color
Care tip: Avoid rich soil for stronger flowering
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Best for
Household fit
Safe enough for this home?
Gaillardia is a tough ornamental; pet-specific safety was not strong enough in this pass to mark safe.
Avoid pet grazing; wear gloves if prone to dermatitis.
Placement
Where it works best
India climate
What to watch
Buying check
Before you bring it home
Look for
- Choose compact plants with buds and no mildew.
- Use in strong sun and avoid rich soggy media.
Avoid
- Leggy shade-grown plants
- Mildew
- Aphids
- Spent flowering stock
Plant personality
Useful traits
Gaillardia tolerates heat and dry conditions well.
It flowers best in strong sun.
Pet safety should remain unresolved until a veterinary source is attached.
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