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Gaillardia Arizona Sun
Gaillardia Arizona Sun
“Arizona Sun Blanket Flower is one of my all-time favorite perennials for dependable summer color. It thrives in the hottest, driest parts of the garden and still puts on a show from June to frost. Low-maintenance, compact, and always cheerful — it’s a true summer workhorse that belongs in every sunny border.”
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Gaillardia ‘Arizona Sun’ – Compact Blanket Flower with Vibrant Red and Yellow Blooms
A burst of sunshine for your garden.
The Gaillardia ‘Arizona Sun’ Blanket Flower lives up to its name with fiery red petals tipped in golden yellow — creating a bold, sun-soaked display from early summer until frost. Compact and cheerful, this perennial lights up sunny borders, rock gardens, and containers with continuous blooms. Even in heat and drought, Arizona Sun keeps flowering, proving that beauty and toughness can coexist.
Made for the heat, built to last.
Native to North America, this heat- and drought-tolerant perennial thrives where other flowers fade. Growing just 10 to 12 inches tall and 12 to 15 inches wide, it forms tidy mounds of color that won’t sprawl or flop. Its bright, daisy-like blooms attract butterflies, bees, and other pollinators, while the deep green foliage remains fresh and full throughout the summer months.
Perfect for low-maintenance landscapes.
If you’re looking for a reliable perennial that performs with minimal care, Gaillardia ‘Arizona Sun’ is the answer. It’s deer-resistant, thrives in poor or sandy soils, and requires little more than sunshine to produce wave after wave of blooms. Plant it in borders, along pathways, or in pollinator-friendly gardens for non-stop color with zero fuss.
Brilliant color from summer through fall.
Few plants offer this much impact in such a compact form. Whether you’re designing a modern drought-tolerant landscape or adding a splash of color to a cottage garden, Arizona Sun Blanket Flower brings unmatched brightness and long-lasting blooms — making it a must-have for every sunny garden.
| Hardiness Zone: | 3-9 |
|---|---|
| Mature Height: | 12 to 15 inches |
| Mature Width: | Up to 15 Inches |
| Classification: | Perennial |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Habit: | Upright, clump forming |
| Flower Color: | Fiery Red, Orange, and Yellow |
| Flowering Season: | June through September |
| Foliage: | Gray-Green filigreed foliage |
| Soil Condition: | Prefers dry, average to sandy soil |
| Water Requirements: | Water well until established |
| Uses: | Extremely attractive when used as a focal point in the mixed border, mass planting. Attracts pollinators |
How to Care for Gaillardia Arizona Sun
Be sure to read our planting instructions to ensure a healthy and happy Gaillardia Arizona Sun plant for years to come!
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How should I plant Gaillardia Arizona Sun?
Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil, as Gaillardia prefers drier conditions. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball but only as deep as the container. Set the plant so the crown sits level with the soil surface, backfill, and water lightly to settle the roots. Avoid planting in areas that stay wet for long periods, as overly moist soil can cause root rot. These hardy perennials thrive in full sun (6+ hours daily) and adapt easily to poor or sandy soil once established.
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How often should I water Gaillardia Arizona Sun?
Water newly planted Gaillardias once or twice a week during their first season to establish deep roots. Once established, Arizona Sun is highly drought tolerant and prefers infrequent deep watering rather than light, frequent irrigation. In most climates, natural rainfall is enough to sustain growth. Always allow the soil to dry between waterings — this hardy perennial performs best in well-drained, slightly dry soil.
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How do I fertilize Gaillardia Arizona Sun Blanket Flower?
Gaillardia plants don’t need heavy feeding. Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer or compost in early spring to promote new growth and flowering. Over-fertilizing can actually reduce bloom production. Adding a light layer of compost once a year will keep the soil healthy without encouraging excessive foliage. These plants thrive on neglect, producing more flowers in lean conditions than in rich, overworked soil.
How and when should I prune or deadhead Gaillardia Arizona Sun?
Deadhead spent flowers throughout the summer to encourage continuous blooming. As the plant matures, cutting it back by one-third in midseason helps promote fresh growth and extend the bloom cycle into fall. At the end of the season, trim back stems to a few inches above the ground. In milder climates, Arizona Sun often self-seeds, returning each year with a new flush of color.
