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Coreopsis palmata

Also Known As

  • Prairie Coreopsis
  • Stiff Tickseed

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 1'-3'
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 3a-8b

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Coreopsis palmata plant details

Coreopsis palmata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features grassy texture. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in clay, gritty and lean soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Coreopsis palmata

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 1 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: colonizing, cottage garden, cutting garden, naturalizing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Coreopsis palmata

USDA Zones: 3a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Resistant to: deer, erosion
Soil needs: clay, gritty and lean

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The highly popular Stiff Coreopsis (Coreopsis palmata) sports bright yellow flowers during the dog days of mid-summer. The underground rhizomes spread and form a dense mat, making it excellent for stabilizing dry, sunny slopes and even sand dunes! A perfect match for the most difficult dry soils.? Other common names include Tickseed, Prairie Coreopsis and Stiff Tickseed. Hardy to Zones 3?- 8.

Gardening facts about Coreopsis palmata plant

How to Grow Coreopsis palmata

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • low - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • lean
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • erosion control

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • grassy

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aka Giant coreopsis

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

9a-11

Size

Height: 4'-8'

Width: 3'

  • sun
  • low - drought tolerant
Photo of Coreopsis gigantea form by Stan Shebs
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aka Coreopsis cardaminefolia, Coreopsis stenophylla, Coreopsis tinctoria var. immminuta, Calliopsis, Plains Coreopsis

Plant Type

Annual / Biennial

Zones

1-12

Size

Height: 24"-36"

Width: 12"

  • sun - mostly shade
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Coreopsis tinctoria flower by Alan Lorence
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Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 8"-10"

Width: 6"-8"

  • sun
  • regular
Photo of Coreopsis grandiflora 'Presto' flower by Kristine Paulus
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aka Coreopsis 'Cosmic Eye' Big Bang, Coreopsis x 'Cosmic Eye', Big Bang™ Cosmic Eye Tickseed, Cosmic Eye Tickseed

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 12"-18"

Width: 12"-15"

  • sun
  • regular - drought tolerant
Photo of Coreopsis 'Cosmic Eye' PP22601 flower by Dancing Oaks Nursery
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aka Moonlight Hybrid tickseed

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

6a-9b

Size

Height: 17"

Width: 25"

  • sun
  • regular - low
Photo of Coreopsis 'Moonlight' PP20009 flower by Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.
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