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Coreopsis gladiata

Also Known As

  • Coreopsis helianthoides
  • Helianthus-leaf Swamp Tickseed

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 30"
  • W: 24"

planting zones

  • 6a-9b

Coreopsis gladiata plant details

Coreopsis gladiata is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In fall orange and yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and even moisture - regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Coreopsis gladiata

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 24 IN wide, 30 IN tall
Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in fall
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, cutting garden, long-blooming

GROWING CONDITIONS for Coreopsis gladiata

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Gardening facts about Coreopsis gladiata plant

How to Grow Coreopsis gladiata

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • orange
    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
  • Flower Season

    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
  • Texture

    • glossy

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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
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Perennial

Zones

4a-9b

Size

Height: 8"-10"

Width: 6"-8"

  • sun
  • regular
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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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