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Coreopsis rosea 'American Dream'

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 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Coreopsis rosea 'American Dream' (pink coreopsis) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, pale pink and fragrant blooms during early summer to early autumn. The matte foliage is dark lime in colour and fine in texture. A specimen plant, Coreopsis rosea 'American Dream' (pink coreopsis) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, edging, ground cover, mass planting, naturalization, specimen and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Coreopsis rosea 'American Dream' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits.
Cautions Where conditions are favourable, Coreopsis rosea 'American Dream' (pink coreopsis) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.