Lance-Leaved Coreopsis Seeds

Sunny yellow “daisy-like” flowers appear in late spring to early autumn. Easy to grow from seed. Coreopsis loves hot, dry weather and can withstand considerable drought once established. Perfect for the xeriscape garden!

Seed Depth: 1/4″ (6mm)

Spacing: 1″ (3cm)

Sprouts In: 5-10 days

Thinning: 12″ (30cm)

Coreopsis prefers full sun but can tolerate partial shade. Scatter seed evenly over finely prepared soil. Keep moist during germination until plants are established. May be started indoors about six weeks before last spring frost. Harden off plants by setting outdoors for a few hours a day, bringing them in at night.

Flowers are 1 1/2″ in diameter on long stems and make perfect cut flowers. Cutting extends blooming period.

Botanical Name: Coreopsis lanceolata

Height: 18-24″ (46-61cm)

Bloom Period: summer

Type: perennial