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Coreopsis rosea

Family Compositae
Plant Type herbaceous perennial
Zone USDA:   3a - 8b   RHS:   H   EGF:   H1 - H4   Australia:   1 - 2  
Care Level low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Spread 45 - 75 cm (1.5 - 2.5 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture average to moist, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH neutral to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Coreopsis rosea (rose coreopsis) bears showy, light pink, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during early summer to early autumn. This plant is clump forming and has matte and fine textured foliage that is dark lime in colour.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, mass planting, naturalization, wild flower, woodland and woods edge.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Coreopsis rosea .
Cautions When planning your garden, take into consideration that Coreopsis rosea (rose coreopsis) grows at a fast rate and will fill its designated space quickly. Where conditions are favourable, Coreopsis rosea (rose coreopsis) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.