Wayside Gardens Gaillardia REALFLOR Sunset Halo
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking vibrant, long-lasting seasonal color.
These vibrant, ruby-and-yellow blooms bring high-impact color to the garden without the usual high-maintenance demands. While you sacrifice the delicate subtlety of more temperamental perennials, you gain a rugged, drought-tolerant workhorse that stays in bloom from spring through the first frost.
$12.95
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking long-lasting seasonal color
- Busy homeowners in arid, water-restricted climates
- Urban dwellers with limited container or border space
Who should skip it
- Gardeners wanting permanent, long-term landscape fixtures
- People gardening in heavy, water-logged soil conditions
- Low-maintenance enthusiasts avoiding frequent garden chores
Performance breakdown
Bloom Longevity
Continuous color production from spring through fall is exceptionally reliable.
Environmental Resilience
Thrives in heat, drought, and poor soil with minimal intervention.
Maintenance Ease
A low-effort perennial that demands very little from the gardener.
Pest Resistance
Natural deterrent properties keep deer and rabbits away from your beds.
Pollinator Appeal
Vibrant bi-color petals act as a magnet for local butterflies.
Landscape Versatility
Compact mound habit fits perfectly into borders or mass plantings.
Key Specs
Genus
Gaillardia
Species
x grandiflora
Variety
Sunset Halo
Growth Habit
Mound-shaped
Mature Height
14 inches
Mature Width
14 inches
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
USDA Hardiness Zones
5-9
Water Requirement
Low
Bloom Time
Early Spring to Mid Fall
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