| Description | A uniform growing Coreopsis with a plethora of single yellow flowers. |
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| Pronunciation | (kor-ee-OP-sis) |
| Plant Type | All Plants, Perennials Hardy |
| Hardiness Zone | 5-9 |
| Sunlight | full |
| Moisture | average, tolerates drier conditions once established |
| Soil & Site | average to well drained, can rot in poorly drained soils, especially in the winter |
| Flowers | single, golden yellow, toothed petals |
| Leaves | green |
| Dimensions | 18 inches tall |
| Maintenance | deadheading to increase blooms, division every 2-3 years, may need to be staked |
| Propagation | Plant Patent #10,299, tip cuttings |
| Cultivar Origin | Bred by English plantsman David Tristram. |
| Misc Facts | Coreopsis is derived from Greek corio-(bug)and -opsis (likeness) components with reference to the appearance of the seed.(www.plantlives.com ) |
| Author's Notes | To me (zone #5) the grandiflora Coreopsis are much harder to keep alive than the threadleaf cultivars. Well drained soil to prevent rot is a must. |
| Notes & Reference | 04-Herbaceous Perennial Plants (Allan Armitage), #40-Herbaceous Ornamental Plants (Steven Stills) |
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