coreopsis lanceolata (lance-leaved tickseed) native
$13.95
- daisy-like, yellow flowers
- eight petals with toothed edges surround a central, yellow eye
- narrow, lance-shaped leaves
- bloom time: early summer
- zone 4
- height 30-60cm
- spread 30-50cm
- colour yellow
- grows best in a medium to dry, well-drained soil, in full sun
- establishes well in rocky soil and is tolerant of heat, humidity and drought
- prune plants mid to late summer to promote continuous blooming into the fall and to maintain shape
- in good locations, this plant may self-seed
- full sun, partial sun/shade
- attracts butterflies
- fast growing
- drought tolerant
- heat tolerant
- native to ontario
- (image courtesy of NVK nurseries, NVK holdings inc.)