Gaillardia is a genus of flowering plants that belongs to the family Asteraceae. They are commonly known as "blanket flowers" because of the shape and color of their flowers, which resemble colorful blankets. Gaillardia plants are native to North and South America, and are now grown in many other parts of the world as ornamental plants.

Gaillardia plants have low-growing stems that produce flowers that are typically yellow, orange, or red, with intricate markings and patterns. The foliage of Gaillardia plants is often green and slightly hairy, and can be quite narrow and pointed.