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Coreopsis lanceolata 'Sterntaler'

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 40 - 45 cm (16 - 18 in)
Spread 30 - 40 cm (12 - 16 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Coreopsis lanceolata 'Sterntaler' (threadleaf coreopsis) bears pastel yellow blossoms during early summer to early fall. The foliage is dark green in colour.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting, naturalization, wild flower and xeriscaping.
Special Characteristics Birds and butterflies are attracted to Coreopsis lanceolata 'Sterntaler' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought.
Cautions This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.