A member of the Asteraceae family, Coreopsis lanceolata . It grows from multiple erect stems and has opposite, sessile, linear oblong leaves that are found mostly in the bottom half of the plant. Both ray and disk flowers are present with the ray flowers having four lobes at the tips. The big flowers and undivided deeply cut leaves with an opposite arrangement make this any easy wildflower to identify in the field.
Lanceleaf coreopsis has been a long time favorite of both beginning and advanced gardeners. It is easily propagated from seed and as is typical of many native wildflowers, it is often not until the second year when numerous blooms are formed. This wildflower prefers full sun and does best in well-drained soil. Its self-seeding nature makes it a perfect candidate for prairie, meadow, and native wildflower plantings. When conditions are right it will grow into large colonies and produce showy yellow flower carpets. As long as the seed heads are removed it will also do well growing in a border. Lanceleaf coreopsis is a very dependable and prolific flowering perennial. It has few problems with insects or disease and will thrive in conditions of high heat, drought and humidity.
Finally, bees, birds, and butterflies are quite fond of lanceleaf coreopsis. It is a common component of pollinator gardens and native wildflower mixes.
Corepsis plant care
The Lance-leaf Coreopsis (Coreopsis lanceolata) is beautiful and tolerant of many soil types and environmental conditions, which makes it a popular choice among home gardeners. It’s often found naturally on dry, infertile sites. This plant has bright yellow flowers that are 1-2 inches in diameter and has dark brown seeds that are winged and curved. Coreopsis are sometimes called tickseeds because their seeds superficially resemble ticks! It also produces abundant amounts of seeds and attracts pollinators.
The Lance-leaf coreopsis prefers full sun, but will tolerate light shade. In environments with heavier shade, the plant will produce less flowers and taller stems. As mentioned before, this plant is tolerant of many soil types. However, it prefers well-drained soil (preferably not clay).
Growing corepsis from seeds
Plant seeds directly in container. Seed depth can be from soil surface up to 1/8 of an inch.
This plant requires medium amounts of water. Use soil with good drainage. Use fertilizer as needed.
When flowers are spent, make sure to prune them or “dead-head” them so that the plant can continue to bloom!
Put container in a place where it receives plenty of sunlight.
Germination: 80-90%
Quantity: 20-30 seeds per pack
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