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Arizona Sun Blanket Flower
Gaillardia 'Arizona Sun'
Pronunciation: gay-LAR-dee-uh
SKU #03571
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Allow soil to dry slightly before watering.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 1 ft. tall, 2 ft. wide.
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| Description | Large, boldly colored, fiery-red flowers edged with a ring of vivid yellow, on a compact, heat and drought tolerant plant. The reliable summer-long blooms make a great impact in landscape or containers. A must-have for sunny beds and borders. Spent flower heads attract goldfinches. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer through fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
| Flower Color | Multicolored |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Blue Fescue (Festuca); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Coneflower (Echinacea); Cranesbill (Geranium); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum) |
| Care Instructions | Thrives in organically rich, loose, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate periodic drought. Feed sparingly. Remove spent blooms to encourage profuse flowering. Cut back to 3 in. above ground in early spring. |
| History | A 2005 Fleuroselect Gold Medal winner. |
Details
| Description | Large, boldly colored, fiery-red flowers edged with a ring of vivid yellow, on a compact, heat and drought tolerant plant. The reliable summer-long blooms make a great impact in landscape or containers. A must-have for sunny beds and borders. Spent flower heads attract goldfinches. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Summer through fall |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form, Benefits Birds |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Long Bloom Season, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container |
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| Flower Color | Multicolored |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Blue Fescue (Festuca); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Coneflower (Echinacea); Cranesbill (Geranium); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Thrives in organically rich, loose, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate periodic drought. Feed sparingly. Remove spent blooms to encourage profuse flowering. Cut back to 3 in. above ground in early spring. |
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History
| History | A 2005 Fleuroselect Gold Medal winner. |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Arizona Sun Blanket Flower produce flowers?
Summer through fall
Is Arizona Sun Blanket Flower evergreen or deciduous?
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower is Herbaceous.
What are the special features of Arizona Sun Blanket Flower?
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower is Easy Care, Waterwise, Attracts Pollinators, Compact Form, Benefits Birds.
Is Arizona Sun Blanket Flower resistant to pests or animals?
Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Drought Tolerant
How fast does Arizona Sun Blanket Flower grow?
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Arizona Sun Blanket Flower in my landscape?
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower is suitable for: Border, Container.
What color are Arizona Sun Blanket Flower flowers?
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower produces Multicolored flowers.
What color is the foliage of Arizona Sun Blanket Flower?
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Arizona Sun Blanket Flower?
Good companion plants for Arizona Sun Blanket Flower include: Blue Fescue (Festuca); Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia); Coneflower (Echinacea); Cranesbill (Geranium); Shasta Daisy (Chrysanthemum).
How do I care for Arizona Sun Blanket Flower?
Thrives in organically rich, loose, well-drained soils. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; tolerates moderate periodic drought. Feed sparingly. Remove spent blooms to encourage profuse flowering. Cut back to 3 in. above ground in early spring.
What is the history of Arizona Sun Blanket Flower?
A 2005 Fleuroselect Gold Medal winner.
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About Us
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.