{"product_id":"gaillardia","title":"Gaillardia","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"137\" data-end=\"209\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"137\" data-end=\"209\"\u003eGaillardia Plants in 4-Inch and 6-Inch Pots Available in Jupiter, FL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"211\" data-end=\"655\"\u003eGaillardia (\u003cem data-start=\"223\" data-end=\"245\"\u003eGaillardia pulchella\u003c\/em\u003e), also known as Blanket Flower, is a showy, heat-tolerant native that thrives in South Florida’s sun-drenched gardens. With fiery red-and-gold blooms that resemble a painter’s palette, Gaillardia puts on a non-stop flower show while supporting pollinators and beneficial insects. It's a favorite for wildflower borders, edible garden companions, and anyone looking for a hardy, low-maintenance burst of color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"657\" data-end=\"806\"\u003eAvailable in 4-inch and 6-inch pots, these vibrant plants are ready to light up your landscape or patio containers with native beauty and resilience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"862\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"808\" data-end=\"862\"\u003eCare \u0026amp; Growing Info (Optimized for South Florida):\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"949\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"864\" data-end=\"877\"\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun—at least 6 hours per day. Performs best with all-day exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"951\" data-end=\"1082\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"951\" data-end=\"964\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low once established. Water young plants regularly, then reduce. Excellent drought tolerance in sandy or loamy soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1194\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1084\" data-end=\"1093\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers well-draining sandy soil but adapts well to most conditions. Avoid overly rich or wet soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1294\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1196\" data-end=\"1211\"\u003eFertilizer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minimal. Compost at planting is often enough. Excess nitrogen may reduce blooming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1296\" data-end=\"1420\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1296\" data-end=\"1313\"\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mounding, spreading form. Typically 12–24 inches tall and wide. Will gently self-seed in ideal conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1422\" data-end=\"1438\"\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e USDA Zones 9–11. Handles heat and humidity beautifully. Blooms year-round in South Florida’s mild winters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1652\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1547\" data-end=\"1563\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very low. Deadheading prolongs bloom time. Trim back in midsummer to refresh appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1654\" data-end=\"1678\"\u003eBloom \u0026amp; Seasonality:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1773\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1680\" data-end=\"1698\"\u003ePlanting Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Year-round in South Florida. Most vigorous when planted in spring or fall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1790\"\u003eBloom Time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring through fall, with blooms extending into winter in frost-free gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1983\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1875\" data-end=\"1901\"\u003eHow to Harvest or Use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent for cut flowers. Allow some seed heads to remain for natural reseeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1985\" data-end=\"2119\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1985\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003eSeasonal Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e A true Florida native and ecological powerhouse—supports pollinators, resists deer, and thrives with minimal fuss.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2158\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2121\" data-end=\"2158\"\u003eMedicinal \u0026amp; Nutritional Benefits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2160\" data-end=\"2343\"\u003ePrimarily ornamental. 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