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Coreopsis auriculata 'Elfin Gold'

Also Known As

  • Coreopsis auriculata nana 'Elfin Gold'
  • Elfin Gold Coreopsis
  • Elfin Gold Tickseed

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 8"-10"
  • W: 10"-12"

planting zones

  • 4a-9b

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Coreopsis auriculata 'Elfin Gold' plant details

Coreopsis auriculata 'Elfin Gold' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer orange and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and even moisture - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in clay, gritty, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Coreopsis auriculata 'Elfin Gold'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 IN - 12 IN - wide, 8 IN - 10 IN - tall
Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, cutting garden, rock garden

GROWING CONDITIONS for Coreopsis auriculata 'Elfin Gold'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: clay, gritty, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Cheerful, single golden flowers rise above handsome mid-green foliage. This dwarf Coreopsis is attractive to butterflies. Perfect for brightening up rock gardens and planters.
The dainty brightly yellow-orange flowers of this diminutive 10" elfin perennial will bloom May-Sept (if dead-headed) producing a bright spot in containers, rock gardens, borders or sweet little vases. Sun/Med-Dry

Gardening facts about Coreopsis auriculata 'Elfin Gold' plant

How to Grow Coreopsis auriculata 'Elfin Gold'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • gritty

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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