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Coreopsis 'Polaris'

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 18"-24"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

Coreopsis 'Polaris' plant details

Coreopsis 'Polaris' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall and summer white flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Coreopsis 'Polaris'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: cottage garden, easy-to-grow, floriferous, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Coreopsis 'Polaris'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A recent selection from Darrel Probst Big Bang series of Coreopsis, bred for hardiness and a long season of bloom. This pure white form is slightly different than Darrel's 'Star Custer' lacking the hints of red on the petals. 'Polaris'' blooms from early summer until fall. Plants in bloom are 18-4" tall.

Gardening facts about Coreopsis 'Polaris' plant

How to Grow Coreopsis 'Polaris'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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