Coreopsis lanceolata (Lance-leaved coreopsis)

Coreopsis lanceolata 'Ruby Throat' Photo/Illustration: Courtesy of Bluestone Perennials

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Botanical Name: Coreopsis lanceolata kor-ee-OP-sis lan-see-oh-LAY-tah Common Name: Lance-leaved coreopsis 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.

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posted by mariannaF
1/30/2010
Region: Midwest
Zone: 5

Love this coreopsis! No care except occasional deadheading, and the minimum 1"/week of water. Loads of flowers all summer long. I like it because it's so tough & hardy, but also because it readily volunteers & shows up in unexpected locations in the garden. If you don't want it there, it's super easy to grab & pull out, or move it.

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