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Coreopsis verticillata 'Grandiflora'

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 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Spread 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type loam to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Coreopsis verticillata 'Grandiflora' (threadleaf coreopsis) bears showy and bright yellow blooms during early summer to early autumn. The matte foliage is dark green in colour and medium in texture.
Typical Uses Alpine or rock garden and naturalization.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Coreopsis verticillata 'Grandiflora' tolerates drought. This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden.
Cautions Where conditions are favourable, Coreopsis verticillata 'Grandiflora' (threadleaf coreopsis) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.