Lance-leaf Coreopsis
Coreopsis lanceolata
Photo by Helen Moreirat
Summary
This cheerful and durable sun-lover thrives in dry and rocky or sandy soils, and is resistant to deer, drought, heat and humidity. Even better, it blooms the first year when planted from seed. Since it self-seeds enthusiastically, you’ll have plenty to share with friends and neighbors. Deadheading of spent flowers will help control self-seeding and encourage additional blooms.
More Details
FAMILY
Asteraceae (Aster)
BLOOM TIME
June-July
FLOWER
Yellow
MATURE SIZE
2-3 feet
LIGHT REQUIREMENT
Sun
SOIL CONDITIONS
Average to Dry
NATIVE STATUS
PA Native
Ecosystem Connections
Butterflies are regular visitors, and it’s a host plant for several species of moth, including the wavy-lined emerald. Songbirds feed on the ripe seeds in late summer, and over 20 species of native bees rely on coreopsis.