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Coreopsis grandiflora 'Goldfink'

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 9b   RHS:   H - FH   EGF:   H1 - H5   Australia:   1 - 3  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 20 - 30 cm (8 - 12 in)
Spread 15 - 20 cm (6 - 8 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Coreopsis grandiflora 'Goldfink' (threadleaf coreopsis) yields showy and bright yellow blossoms during early summer to late summer. This plant is compact in form and has foliage that is deep green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, edging and mass planting.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden. Coreopsis grandiflora 'Goldfink' tolerates drought, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.
Cautions Where conditions are favourable, Coreopsis grandiflora 'Goldfink' (threadleaf coreopsis) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.