Gaillardia REALFLOR Fanfare Blaze
Best vibrant perennial for low maintenance sunny landscapes.
A vibrant, low-maintenance perennial that delivers a long-lasting display of unique, pinwheel-shaped blooms. It thrives in sunny spots and attracts pollinators, making it an effortless way to add consistent color to borders and containers from summer through fall.
$19.95
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Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking long-lasting color with minimal deadheading effort
- Homeowners in arid climates or those practicing water-wise landscaping
- Nature enthusiasts wanting to support local biodiversity and beneficial insects
Who should skip it
- Landscapers looking for permanent, decades-long planting solutions
- Gardeners with poorly draining soil or high water tables
- Perfectionists desiring a strictly tidy and architectural garden aesthetic
Performance breakdown
Bloom Longevity
Consistent color production from early summer straight through mid-fall.
Pollinator Appeal
Highly effective at drawing butterflies and hummingbirds into the landscape.
Maintenance Ease
Requires minimal intervention once established in the right soil conditions.
Drought Resilience
Handles dry spells well, making it a reliable, hardy garden choice.
Visual Impact
Unique pinwheel blooms create a striking, high-contrast focal point.
Hardiness Range
Reliable performance across zones five through eight for most gardeners.
Key Specs
Genus
Gaillardia
Species
x grandiflora
Variety
'Fanfare Blaze'
Hardiness Zones
5 - 8
Mature Height
2 feet
Mature Width
2 feet
Light Exposure
Full Sun
Watering Needs
Moist, well-drained
Bloom Time
Early Summer to Mid Fall
Flower Color
Orange, Red
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