Lance-leaved coreopsis (Coreopsis lanceolata) kor-ee-OP-sis lan-see-oh-LAY-tah Genus:  Coreopsis Solitary yellow petals with toothed edges and flat, yellow centers open from early to late summer. Native to the central and southern U.S. Noteworthy Characteristics:  Suitable for naturalizing or for wild garden areas. The blooms make good cut flowers, and are attractive to bees and butterflies. The species is tolerant of a variety of soils.  Care:  Plant in full sun or part shade. Deadhead to encourage rebloom and prevent self-sowing. It thrives on poor soils and is tolerant of heat, humidity, and drought.  Propagation:  Sow seed in mid-late winter at 55° to 61°F, divide plants in early spring, or root basal cuttings in 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 Clumps Growth Pace Fast Grower, Invasive/Aggressive Grower Light Full Sun to Part Shade Moisture Medium Moisture Maintenance Moderate Characteristics Attracts Butterflies, Native, Self Seeds, Showy Flowers Bloom Time Summer Flower Color Yellow Uses Cut Flower, Ground Covers, Naturalizing, Roadside Style Meadow Garden Seasonal Interest Summer Interest Tolerance Drought Tolerant Type Perennials