Photo of Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Red Sun' flower by Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.

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Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Red Sun'

Also Known As

  • Red Sun Blanket Flower

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 14"
  • W: 20"

planting zones

  • 3a-9b

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Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Red Sun' plant details

Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Red Sun' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer orange and red flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in gritty, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Red Sun'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 20 IN wide, 14 IN tall
Flowers: orange and red blooms in summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, floriferous, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Red Sun'

USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Broad petaled "suns" of hot orange-red float over the mounding foliage of this blanket-flower. 'Sun Devil' is tolerant of poor soil and the hottest sun. These are equally great your mixed bed or in a neglected area of the garden.

Gardening facts about Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Red Sun' plant

How to Grow Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Red Sun'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - low
  • Soil Needs

    • adaptable
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • orange
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • fuzzy

See other plant types of Gaillardia for your garden

aka Blanket Flower

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

3a-10b

Size

Height: 12"-24"

Width: 15"-40"

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Gaillardia x grandiflora by Stan Shebs
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aka Amber Wheels Blanket Flower

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 2'

Width: 2'

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Gaillardia 'Amber Wheels' flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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aka Sun Flare Blanket Flower

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

3a-9b

Size

Height: 8"-10"

Width: 12"-20"

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Sun Flare' flower by Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
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aka Sun Devil Blanket Flower

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

3a-9b

Size

Height: 8"-14"

Width: 12"-18"

  • sun
  • regular - low
Photo of Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Sun Devil' flower by Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
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aka Gaillardia aristata 'Oranges & Lemons', Gaillardia x 'Oranges & Lemons', Gaillardia x 'Oranges and Lemons', Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Oranges & Lemons', Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Oranges and Lemons', Firewheel, Oranges & Lemons Indian Blanket

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

5a-10b

Size

Height: 15"-24"

Width: 18"

  • sun - mostly sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Gaillardia 'Oranges and Lemons' PP17092 flower by Far Out Flora
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