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Coreopsis lanceolata 'Sonnenkind' (Baby Sun)

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 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Spread 20 - 45 cm (8 - 18 in)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic

Description The herbaceous perennial Coreopsis lanceolata 'Sonnenkind' (Baby Sun) (lanceleaf coreopsis) yields showy, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during early summer to early autumn. This plant is clump forming and has matte and medium textured foliage. Coreopsis lanceolata 'Sonnenkind' (Baby Sun) (lanceleaf coreopsis) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, cut flowers, edging, mass planting, specimen and wild flower.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden. Coreopsis lanceolata 'Sonnenkind' (Baby Sun) tolerates drought, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.
Cautions Depending upon your local conditions, Coreopsis lanceolata 'Sonnenkind' (Baby Sun) (lanceleaf coreopsis) may be invasive.