Lance-leaved Coreopsis
Coreopsis lanceolata
Also listed as Coreopsis crassifolia, Coreopsis heterogyna
Also known as Tickseed, Lanceleaf Tickseed
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Lance-leaved Coreopsis is a cheerful perennial wildflower producing bright yellow daisy-like blooms throughout the warm months. It thrives in poor to average, well-drained soil and is extremely drought tolerant once established.
Why grow it
Lance-leaved Coreopsis outperforms many ornamental perennials in low-fertility and drought-stressed sites where conventional garden plants struggle. Once established, it requires minimal water and fertilizer, making it a practical choice for water-wise landscapes and naturalized plantings. Its extended bloom period (late spring through fall) and low maintenance demands compare favorably to similar drought-tolerant wildflowers like Blanket Flower, which may need more deadheading and irrigation in dry climates.
Watch out for
In high-fertility soils or with regular watering, plants may become leggy and flop, requiring staking or more frequent deadheading than typical. Coreopsis self-seeds readily in suitable conditions, which can lead to volunteer seedlings in adjacent beds if not managed. In areas with persistent humidity or poor air circulation, root rot and leaf spot fungus may develop, particularly if mulch contacts the base of the plant.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Asteraceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Southeastern United States
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Vermont, Wisconsin, West Virginia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
Lance-leaved Coreopsis is a cheerful perennial wildflower producing bright yellow daisy-like blooms throughout the warm months. It thrives in poor to average, well-drained soil and is extremely drought tolerant once established.
Climate Match for your location
See how well Lance-leaved Coreopsis grows in your area.
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Why grow it
Lance-leaved Coreopsis outperforms many ornamental perennials in low-fertility and drought-stressed sites where conventional garden plants struggle. Once established, it requires minimal water and fertilizer, making it a practical choice for water-wise landscapes and naturalized plantings. Its extended bloom period (late spring through fall) and low maintenance demands compare favorably to similar drought-tolerant wildflowers like Blanket Flower, which may need more deadheading and irrigation in dry climates.
Watch out for
In high-fertility soils or with regular watering, plants may become leggy and flop, requiring staking or more frequent deadheading than typical. Coreopsis self-seeds readily in suitable conditions, which can lead to volunteer seedlings in adjacent beds if not managed. In areas with persistent humidity or poor air circulation, root rot and leaf spot fungus may develop, particularly if mulch contacts the base of the plant.
Overview
- Form
- Growth Rate
- Size
- Dormancy
- Family
- Asteraceae
Native to the United States
Native Range
Southeastern United States
Native to: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Vermont, Wisconsin, West Virginia
Seasonality
Bloom Season
Season of Interest
Herb
Soft non-woody plants of the field layer.
Succession Role
Tolerances & Soil
Flood Tolerance
Deer Resistance
Inferred from USDA browse palatability
pH Range
Soil Texture
Establishment & Care
- Establishment
- Maintenance
- Propagation
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