Eared coreopsis (Coreopsis auriculata) kor-ee-OP-sis or-ik-yew-LAY-tah Genus:  Coreopsis Large golden-yellow blossoms are borne in late spring and midsummer on top of stems reaching almost 3 feet high. Native to the southeastern U.S. Noteworthy Characteristics:  The species is good for naturalizing. It can spread rapidly by rhizomes and seed. The blooms make good cut flowers, and are attractive to bees and butterflies.  Care:  Grow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in sun with afternoon shade. It doesn't bloom as well in hot climates. Propagation:  Sow seed in mid-late winter; divide in early spring. Problems:  Slugs, snails, bacterial spot, rust, Botrytis flower blight, aster yellows, powdery mildew, downy mildew, and fungal spots.

Overview

Height 1 ft. to 3 ft. Spread 1 ft. to 3 ft. Growth Habit Spreads Growth Pace Fast Grower Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Moderate Characteristics Attracts Butterflies, Native, Showy Flowers Bloom Time Early Summer, Summer Flower Color Yellow Uses Beds and Borders, Cut Flower, Ground Covers, Naturalizing Style Cottage Garden Seasonal Interest Summer Interest Type Perennials