Pincushion Daisy (Gaillardia Suavis) is a perennial herb in the Asteraceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires low watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Gaillardia suavis, known as Pincushion Daisy or Perfumeballs, is a perennial herb native to northern Mexico and the southern Great Plains of the United States, characterized by its slender clumping form and distinctive reddish-brown disk flowers with yellow to orange or red hues.

Pincushion Daisy

Pincushion Daisy

Gaillardia Suavis

Gaillardia suavis, known as Pincushion Daisy or Perfumeballs, is a perennial herb native to northern Mexico and the southern Great Plains of the United States, characterized by its slender clumping form and distinctive reddish-brown disk flowers with yellow to orange or red hues.

Quick Facts

Type
herb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Low
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, calcareous
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, pollinator attractor, ornamental

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Pincushion Daisy

Jan
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Asteraceae
Genus:Gaillardia