Gaillardia megapotamica var. megapotamica — Bushy, Clump forming

Overview

Gaillardia megapotamica var. megapotamica is a bushy, clump forming herbaceous perennial in the genus Gaillardia, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. Gaillardia megapotamica var. megapotamica grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam and sand soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, coastal, cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, wildlife gardens, cut flowers and flower borders and beds.

About

Gaillardia megapotamica var. megapotamica is a bushy, clump-forming cultivar of the Gaillardia genus, which includes annuals, biennials, and perennials with simple or pinnately lobed foliage. This deciduous plant produces prominent, long-stemmed flower heads resembling daisies, typically blooming in summer and autumn. It thrives in full sun on well-drained loam or sandy soils with a range of pH levels, making it suitable for exposed, south- or west-facing aspects. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is well suited to city gardens, coastal areas, and informal borders, and can be propagated by division or root cuttings.

Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Gaillardia

Sunlight: Full sun
Soil type: Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Exposed
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Gaillardia megapotamica var. megapotamica size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Bushy, Clump forming
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: City and courtyard gardens, Coastal, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Wildlife gardens, Cut flowers, Flower borders and beds