Gaillardia
Arizona Sun
Blanket Flower
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Type:
Perennials
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Height:
Short 12-15" (Plant 15" apart)
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Bloom Time:
Early Summer to Early Fall
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Sun-Shade:
Full Sun to Mostly Sunny
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Zones:
3-9
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Soil Condition:
Normal, Sandy
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Flower Color / Accent:
Mixed /
Mixed
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Large fiery orange red blossoms of Arizona Sun are tipped by a ring of rich flame yellow. Forms a neat mound of lance-shaped, grayish-green leaves. Near end of season, leave spent flower heads for seed to attract goldfinches. A Fleuroselect Gold Medal winner 2005.
Features to Note:
- Blooms for 4 weeks or more
- Attracts Butterflies
- Hot Dry site tolerant
- Good for Cut Flowers
- OK in containers - see FAQ for overwintering
- Deer Resistant
- For a sunny spot
General Information:
Gaillardia are completely carefree. From the early summer on, very showy banded flowers "blanket" this plant. The ends of the petals have a torn, ruffled appearance. Butterflies are drawn to it.
Plant Care:
New plantlets can be started by cutting straight down along the side of a clump in midsummer. New plants will form at the severed roots. Completely carefee. Best in poor loose soils (no clay).
