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    Gaillardia aristata

    Also Known As

    • Blanketflower

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 8"-12"
    • W: 24"

    planting zones

    • 3a-8b

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    Gaillardia aristata plant details

    Gaillardia aristata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer red and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Gaillardia aristata

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: asteraceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 24 IN wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
    Flowers: red and yellow blooms in summer
    Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Gaillardia aristata

    USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: verticillium wilt
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    A perennial flower with large daisy-like blooms in outstanding colors of red, orange and yellow!

    By: Maples N More Nursery

    Our regional blanketflower. Will bloom longer if watered.

    By: Desert Jewels Nursery

    Gardening facts about Gaillardia aristata plant

    How to Grow Gaillardia aristata

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • verticillium wilt resistant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • red
      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • bees

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Gaillardia x grandiflora

    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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    Gaillardia 'Amber Wheels'

    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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    Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Sun Flare'

    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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    Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Red Sun'

    aka Red Sun Blanket Flower

    Plant Type

    Perennial

    Zones

    3a-9b

    Size

    Height: 14"

    Width: 20"

    • sun
    • regular - low
    Photo of Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Red Sun' flower by Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
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    Gaillardia x grandiflora 'Sun Devil'

    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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