Gaillardia 'Arizona Apricot'
Best low-maintenance perennial for gardeners seeking long-lasting, drought-tolerant color.
The Gaillardia 'Arizona Apricot' is an All-America Selections 2011 winner, perfect for those eager for early blooms. This blanket flower produces large, lush blossoms displaying a beautiful range of yellows, oranges, and orange-reds surrounding a central orange and green cone. It is exceptionally hardy and compact, adapting well to various conditions without dominating garden space. This variety is naturally resistant to both drought and cold snaps, making it a determined and reliable addition to your landscape. It thrives in Hardiness Zones 3 through 10, offering picturesque blooms from early summer until mid-fall.
$13.95
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
1072
/ 2693
#1072 in Plants
Price vs Category Average
-68%
Below average
Virtual SKU
1646
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Who it's for
- Landscape enthusiasts wanting reliable, season-long color with minimal effort
- Gardeners seeking soft, sophisticated color palettes for their borders
- Busy homeowners needing low-maintenance plants for harsh, sunny spots
Who should skip it
- Gardeners managing heavy, damp, or poorly draining soil conditions
- Gardeners looking for long-term, permanent landscape fixtures
- Low-maintenance gardeners who prefer a hands-off approach
Performance breakdown
Climate Versatility
Thrives across an impressive range of hardiness zones from three through ten.
Bloom Duration
Provides consistent, vibrant color from early summer well into mid-fall.
Drought Tolerance
Naturally resilient against dry spells, requiring minimal supplemental watering once established.
Space Efficiency
Compact twelve-inch habit fits perfectly into containers or tight garden borders.
Pollinator Appeal
Reliably draws butterflies and birds to your garden throughout the season.
Maintenance Ease
Requires regular deadheading to encourage continuous, repeat blooming cycles.
Key Specs
Virtual SKU
v1646
Hardiness Zones
3 - 10
Mature Height
12 in
Mature Width
12 in
Light Requirement
Full Sun
Bloom Start
Early Summer
Bloom End
Mid Fall
Item Form
1-Quart
Features
- Award Winner (All-America Selections 2011)
- Extremely hardy and adaptable to various conditions
- Compact grower, minimizing space competition
- Naturally resistant to drought and cold snaps
- Blooms profusely from early summer through mid-fall
- Suitable for borders, containers, and use as cut flowers
- Attracts butterflies and birds
- Repeat bloomer requiring deadheading
What customers say
Customers are genuinely delighted by the exceptional reliability and unique color palette of the 'Arizona Apricot' Gaillardia. This perennial earns high marks for its impressive hardiness, thriving effortlessly even in challenging heat and drought, confirming its ease of use. The striking apricot and peach tones offer a beautiful, long lasting display that elevates garden design. Buyers consistently highlight the plant's vigorous growth and continuous blooming cycle, confirming it is a dependable, high quality choice that delivers excellent garden value.
Know before you buy
Since the 'Arizona Apricot' reaches a mature width of 12 inches, you should space them approximately 12 inches apart to allow for proper airflow and growth.
Yes, it is a repeat bloomer that benefits from regular deadheading. Removing spent flowers encourages the plant to direct its energy into producing new buds throughout the season.
This variety is exceptionally hardy and rated for Zones 3 through 10. It is naturally resistant to both cold snaps and drought, making it a reliable choice for a wide range of climates.
Absolutely. Its compact 12-inch size makes it an excellent candidate for containers, provided the pot has good drainage and receives full sun.
This plant requires full sun to thrive and produce its signature vibrant blooms. Ensure it is placed in a location that receives at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily.
Yes, they make lovely cut flowers. Their sturdy stems and long-lasting, vibrant blooms add a cheerful touch to indoor arrangements.
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