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Coreopsis lanceolata
Also Known As
- Lanceleaf Coreopsis
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 1'-2'
- W: 1'-18"
planting zones
- 3a-9b
Coreopsis lanceolata plant details
Coreopsis lanceolata is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Coreopsis lanceolata
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: asteraceae
- Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 1 FT - 18 IN - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Coreopsis lanceolata
- USDA Zones: 3a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Prairie Nursery
Garden photo gallery of Coreopsis lanceolata
By: Kristine Paulus
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Gardening facts about Coreopsis lanceolata plant
How to Grow Coreopsis lanceolata
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Soil Needs
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- butterflies
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
- semi-evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
9a-11
Size
Height: 4'-8'
Width: 3'
- sun
- low - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Annual / Biennial
Zones
1-12
Size
Height: 24"-36"
Width: 12"
- sun - mostly shade
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 12"-15"
- sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 17"
Width: 25"
- sun
- regular - low
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