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Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise'

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   4a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise' (large-flowered coreopsis) bears showy, bright yellow, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during late spring to early fall. This plant is clump forming and has matte and medium textured foliage that is medium green in colour. Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise' (large-flowered coreopsis) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting, specimen and wild flower.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise' tolerates drought, and has a natural resistance to deer and rabbits. This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden.
Cautions Where conditions are favourable, Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise' (large-flowered coreopsis) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.