Plant Description
Gaillardia aristata
A perennial flowering plant with bright yellow petals arranged around a red middle. It’s a showstopping full-sun lover, visited by lots of pollinators.
A flower with many yellow petals, around a reddish center.
PLANT CHARACTERISTICS
| Characteristic | Plant Information |
|---|---|
| Height | 0.5 to 1.5 feet tall |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Life Span | Perennial |
| Moisture Use | Moderate |
| Drought Tolerance | Summer drought tolerant |
| Deer Browse | Moderate |
| Wildlife Value | Great for pollinators like bumblebees |
| Resprout Ability | Regrows after mowing, grazing, or fire |
| Hardiness | USDA Zones 3-10 |
| Bloom Time | Summer |
| Bloom Color | Yellow and Red |
| Habitat Type | Meadows, prairies, sunny gardens |
SCIENTIFIC CLASSIFICATION
| Classification | Scientific Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Clade | Angiosperms |
| Clade | Eudicots |
| Order | Asterales |
| Family | Asteraceae |
| Genus | Gaillardia |
| Species | G. aristata |
