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Coreopsis verticillata 'Zagreb'

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 - 90 cm (1 - 3 ft)
Spread 45 - 90 cm (1.5 - 3 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 'Zagreb' (threadleaf coreopsis) bears showy, bright yellow, fragrant and repeat-blooming blossoms during late spring to mid-fall. This plant is clump forming and has matte and fine textured foliage that is faded green in colour. Coreopsis verticillata 'Zagreb' (threadleaf coreopsis) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Accent, bedding plant, border, container, cut flowers, edging, mass planting, specimen and wild flower.
Special Characteristics It is worthy to note that Coreopsis verticillata 'Zagreb' tolerates drought, and has a natural resistance to deer and rabbits. This herbaceous perennial attracts butterflies to your garden.
Cautions Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.