Gaillardia REALFLOR 'Fanfare Citronella'
Best low-maintenance perennial for sun-loving gardeners seeking long-lasting seasonal color.
The Gaillardia REALFLOR® 'Fanfare Citronella' brightens any landscape with its unique, pinwheel-shaped flowers in a vibrant sunshine yellow, beautifully contrasted by its grey-green foliage. This hardy, drought-tolerant perennial is celebrated for its easy care and ability to bloom repeatedly from early summer well into the fall. It thrives in full sun and attracts butterflies and hummingbirds, making it an excellent choice for borders, mass plantings, or containers. These daisy-like blooms are also suitable for cutting and adorning indoor vases, bringing lasting color to your home.
$14.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
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Category Rank
29
/ 3001
#29 in Landscaping & Garden Plants
Price vs Category Average
-46%
Below average
SKU
27514
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking unique, architectural floral shapes
- Busy homeowners wanting continuous color with minimal effort
- Xeriscaping enthusiasts needing drought-tolerant, sun-loving plants
Who should skip it
- Minimalists who dislike routine garden maintenance tasks
- Gardeners preferring long-lived, permanent landscape fixtures
- Residents in humid climates prone to fungal issues
Performance breakdown
Bloom Longevity
Consistent repeat blooming provides vibrant color from early summer through fall.
Drought Tolerance
Hardy nature makes this an ideal choice for low-water garden landscapes.
Pollinator Appeal
Bright pinwheel blooms act as a magnet for local butterflies and hummingbirds.
Maintenance Ease
Low-effort perennial that thrives with minimal intervention in full sun.
Versatility
Adapts perfectly to borders, mass plantings, containers, or indoor floral arrangements.
Visual Impact
Unique pinwheel shape and sunshine yellow hue create immediate garden interest.
Key Specs
SKU
27514
Genus
Gaillardia
Species
grandiflora
Item Form
1-Quart
Mature Height
2 Feet
Mature Width
2 Feet
Hardiness Zones
5 - 8
Bloom Start
Early Summer
Features
- Features incredible pinwheel-shaped flowers
- Offers repeat blooming from spring through fall
- Drought-tolerant perennial
- Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds
- Easy care plant suitable for mass plantings or containers
- Blooms are suitable for use as cut flowers
- Thrives in full sun conditions
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the exceptional quality of the Gaillardia 'Fanfare Citronella' upon delivery, noting the plants arrive healthy and robust. The primary delight centers on the unique design and color performance. Reviewers frequently highlight the striking, vibrant yellow and orange blooms that provide continuous color throughout the season, exceeding expectations for garden impact and reliability. This variety is celebrated for its vigorous growth and ability to thrive, making it a reliable, high impact addition to the landscape.
Know before you buy
This plant requires full sun, which means at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily. Without this exposure, the plant may become leggy and produce significantly fewer of its signature pinwheel blooms.
Yes, once the root system is settled into your garden, it is quite resilient and handles dry spells well. However, you should still provide regular water during the first season to help it establish a strong foundation.
It is perfectly suited for containers. Because it reaches a mature size of two feet by two feet, ensure you use a pot with adequate drainage and enough volume to accommodate its root system.
The 'Fanfare Citronella' is hardy in zones 5 through 8. If you live in a region colder than zone 5, the plant will likely not survive the winter outdoors and should be treated as an annual.
While this variety is a repeat bloomer, removing faded flowers—known as deadheading—will encourage the plant to put its energy into producing new buds rather than seeds. This simple maintenance will keep the display fresh from early summer through fall.
Yes, these daisy-like blooms hold up well as cut flowers. For the best results, cut them in the early morning when the stems are fully hydrated and place them in clean water immediately.
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