Coreopsis lanceolata 'Sterntaler' (30)ct Ellepots
Common name: Lanceleaf.
Zones 3 to 9.
Full sun.
Plants reach 16 inches tall and 12 to 16 inches wide.
Growth rate: Moderate, Easy to grow.
Bright yellow flowers with, burgundy-brown, ringed eyes. Each petal has a serrated edge, giving the 2.5- inch flower a frilly appearance. Starts blooming in late spring and will continue until late summer if deadheaded. The abundance of blooms and ease of culture make this a popular selection.
'Sterntaler' grows in dry to medium moisture, most soil conditions with good drainage, including sandy or rocky. It is tolerant of humidity, heat and drought. Plants may be cut back hard in summer if foliage sprawls or becomes unkempt.
Coreopsis is easy to grow, making it a good choice for beginners. One plant will provide you with long-lasting cut flower bouquets all summer long. Plants in the genus Coreopsis are sometimes called tickseed as seeds resemble ticks.
Excellent as a border plant, in containers or for cut flowers, in mass plantings, specimen or focal point. When grown in borders or other formal garden areas, division may be needed every 2 to 3 years. Attracts butterflies and Deer resistant. |
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