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Arizona Sun Blanket Flower

Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun'

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Overview

The Arizona Sun Blanket Flower, Gaillardia 'Arizona Sun', is a vibrant perennial with large, fiery red blooms edged in bright yellow. This drought-tolerant species reaches 8-10 inches tall and spreads up to 12 inches, thriving in full sun. Its showy flowers blossom from early summer to fall, attracting butterflies. Hardy in zones 3-10, it's an ideal choice for xeriscaping and adds a vivid splash of color to any landscape.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 3–9Type Ground cover, Perennial
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — Hardy in zones 3-10, it's an ideal choice for xeriscaping and adds a vivid splash of color to
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — This drought-tolerant species reaches 8-10 inches tall and spreads up to 12 inches, thrivingArizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — fiery red blooms edged in bright yellowArizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — daisy-like flowers that feature a boldArizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — Its showy flowers blossom from early summer to fall, attracting butterfliesArizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — red center ringed with a fringe of sunny yellowArizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — or as a colorful groundcover.<br><br>Maintenance is minimal+16

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
3–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Family
Asteraceae

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Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — Hardy in zones 3-10, it's an ideal choice for xeriscaping and adds a vivid splash of color to
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — This drought-tolerant species reaches 8-10 inches tall and spreads up to 12 inches, thriving
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — fiery red blooms edged in bright yellow
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — daisy-like flowers that feature a bold
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — Its showy flowers blossom from early summer to fall, attracting butterflies
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — red center ringed with a fringe of sunny yellow
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — or as a colorful groundcover.<br><br>Maintenance is minimal
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — create a striking contrast against the plant's medium green foliage.<br><br>Ideal for zones 3
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — with a spread of 10 to 12 inches
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — requiring a minimum of 6 hours of direct sunlight to achieve optimal flowering
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — 'Arizona Sun' is notable for its resistance to deer and attracts pollinators such as
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — enhancing the garden's ecosystem.<br><br>For a cohesive design
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — with deadheading spent flowers encouraging further blooming throughout the growing season
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — making it a perfect selection for xeriscaping or gardens in drier climates
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — multi-colored and red and yellow flowers in the garden
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — reaching up to 3-4 inches across
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — With its tolerance for poor soil and requiring only occasional watering once established
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — which runs from early summer into fall
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — allows for versatile placement in borders
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — It's a drought-tolerant variety
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — the 'Arizona Sun' thrives in full sun conditions
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — plant in groups and consider companions that enjoy similar conditions
Arizona Sun Blanket Flower (Gaillardia Aristata 'Arizona Sun') — The plant's mature size of 8 to 10 inches tall
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