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Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam'

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 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Spread 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light full sun to light shade
Soil Moisture low to average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to sandy
Soil pH acidic to alkaline

Description The herbaceous perennial Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' (threadleaf coreopsis) is repeat-blooming and bears showy, pale yellow and fragrant blossoms during early summer to late autumn. The matte foliage is dark green in colour and fine in texture. A specimen plant, Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' (threadleaf coreopsis) can help you create a focal point in your garden design.
Typical Uses Accent, border, container, cut flowers, ground cover, foundation, mass planting, specimen and wild flower.
Special Characteristics This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden. Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' tolerates drought, and is noted for being naturally resistant to deer and rabbits.
Cautions Where conditions are favourable, Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' (threadleaf coreopsis) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control.