Gaillardia aristata Arizona Sun
Gaillardia aristata Arizona Sun
Half Hardy Annual/Short lived Perennial
- Flowers: Summer
- Position: Sun or part shade
- Soil: Well drained
- Height: 12 inches
- Germination: Easy
- Aftercare: Easy
- Ideal for: Bedding, Border, Containers
Description
Extremely dwarf, compact mound-forming plants become a mass of radiant red and gold large, daisy-like flowers throughout the summer. Flowers very quickly from seed, so makes a useful addition to perennial borders, or will add interest to bedding displays and containers.
Sowing Instructions
| Sowing time: | March to April. |
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Sow on the surface of lightly firmed, moist seed compost in pots or trays. Lightly cover the seed with vermiculite. Place sown pots or trays in a propagator or warm place, and keep at a temperature of between 20-25C (68-77F) . After sowing, do not exclude light as this helps germination. Keep the surface of the compost moist but not waterlogged; germination will usually take 14-21 days. When large enough to handle transplant seedlings into 7.5cm (3in) pots or trays.
Growing Instructions
Gradually acclimatise plants to cooler conditions for a few weeks before planting out after all risk of frost, 30cm (12in) apart.
Aftercare Instructions
For best results provide a well drained soil in full sun or part shade.