Coreopsis (Tickseed / Moombeam)

    Coreopsis - please refer to plant caretag for specific variety information

Colours - Coral Bells can now be found in shades of purple, rose, lime green, gold and variegations in between.

Flowering period - Blooms from early summer until autumn.

Features - A familiar source of warm color in the garden. Forms a spreading clump of very delicate, ferny foliage. This outstanding selection bears loads of starry creamy-yellow daisies. Provides an abundance of brightly coloured blooms all season long.

Spacing - Plant 18" apart (45 cm)

Height - Grows 18" tall (45 cm)

Soil and water - Grows in fertile, well drained soil. Water thoroughly allowing soil to dry between waterings.

Light requirements - Plant in full or part sun.

Best use - A reliable choice for broders, containers and rock gardens. Terrific plant for butterfly gardens. Excellent for cutting.

Growing tips - Remove faded blooms to encourage budding. Tolerant of hot, dry sites, once established. Tolerates heat and humidity. Easily divided in early spring. Hardy to USDA zone 3 to 8.

Planning your garden

For beginners it is important to draw a garden layout plan

• Choose plants suitable for the site (sun vs. shade, soil, etc)

• Arrange plants according to their height

• Arrange according to plant form and texture

• Arrange according to flowering periods for constant blooming

• Arrange in groupings by type and color considerations