Gaillardia aristata 'Spintop Copper Sun' PPAF

This compact, clump-forming perennial showcases a mounded habit, making it ideal for sunny borders or containers. Hardy in USDA zones 3-9, it thrives in temperatures ranging from mild cool summers to warm climates. Its daisy-like flowers feature vibrant copper-orange petals with yellow tips, delivering striking summer and fall color. The plant is drought-tolerant once established, deer-resistant, and prefers well-drained soil with good air circulation. With a mature height of 12-14 inches and a similarly compact spread, it serves as an excellent ground cover. Minimal maintenance is needed due to its sturdy, disease-resistant form, ensuring a reliable addition to pollinator-friendly gardens.