A very exciting breeding
breakthrough has introduced this new strain of Gaillardia that blooms
up to a month early than other varieties. Blooms fist start to open
up as early as mid May and continue until the fist hard frost of
October. A very profuse bloomer with masses of vibrant, 4 inch red
flowers edged in bright yellow. Arizona Sun plants are compact and
grow to only a foot tall making them a nice choice for the front
of the perennial garden. Foliage is uniform which is rare
in Gaillardia - foliage of other varieties often varies in texture
and shape. Plants are tough and vigorous and will thrive in poor
dry soils that other plants will not tolerate. Give the plants a
nice sunny spot in a loose garden soil that is well drained and
they will bloom for years.
Note - Gaillardias are well known for their drought
resistance, however when first establishing themselves in the garden
they will need to be watered until they develop a good root system.
Gaillardia 'Arizona Sun'
2005
All American Selection
2005 Fleuroselect
Gold Medal
