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Coreopsis rosea 'Sweet Dreams'

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 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
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 'Sweet Dreams' (pink coreopsis) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, white and fragrant blooms during late spring to early fall. The matte foliage is dark lime in colour and fine in texture. A specimen plant, Coreopsis rosea 'Sweet Dreams' (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 and specimen.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Coreopsis rosea 'Sweet Dreams' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits.
Cautions Where conditions are favourable, Coreopsis rosea 'Sweet Dreams' (pink coreopsis) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.