Description
Lance Leaved Coreopsis Seeds grow Coreopsis lanceolata, a bright native perennial wildflower with golden-yellow daisy-like blooms and airy stems. It is well suited to full-sun meadows, pollinator gardens, native plantings, and low-maintenance borders across much of the eastern and southeastern United States.
Why Grow It
- Golden-yellow native wildflower blooms bring cheerful late-spring to early-summer color.
- Supports native bees and butterflies while tolerating heat and dry conditions once established.
- Useful for meadows, naturalized drifts, Florida native gardens, and sunny low-maintenance borders.
Growing Information
| Botanical name | Coreopsis lanceolata |
|---|---|
| Life cycle | Perennial wildflower that often reseeds |
| Mature height | 12-24 in. tall with airy stems |
| Light | Full sun |
| Bloom or harvest window | Late spring to early summer; golden-yellow daisy-like blooms |
| Seed count | Approx. 100 seeds |
| Sowing advice | Fall or early spring sowing works well. Surface sow or cover very lightly in well-drained soil or seed-starting mix. |
| Spacing | 12-18 in. apart in full-sun native beds, meadow plantings, or low-maintenance borders |
| Germination | Usually 10-21 days at 60-70 F with light moisture; no cold stratification required |
Best For
- native wildflower gardens
- pollinator meadows
- Florida and southeastern native plantings
- low-maintenance sunny borders
- naturalized drifts
Packet Details
Includes Approx. 100 seeds. Store cool, dry, and dark until sowing. For naturalized plantings, allow some flowers to mature and self-sow.
FAQ
Does Lance Leaved Coreopsis need cold stratification?
No cold stratification is required; surface sow or cover very lightly and keep moist until germination.
Is Coreopsis lanceolata a perennial?
Yes. It is a perennial wildflower and may reseed gently when some blooms are allowed to mature.
Where does Lance Leaved Coreopsis grow best?
Plant in full sun with well-drained sandy or loamy soil. It is a strong choice for native meadows and sunny borders.
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