Common
name: "Moonbeam Coreopsis"
Latin name: Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam'
Zone: 4
- 9
Elevation to: 8500'
Growth habit: Clump forming
Max height: 24" - 30"
Spread: 18" - 24"
Flowers: Yes, June - Sept Flower type: Daisy type
Native to area: No
Available varieties: 12+
Sunshine:
Water:
Pictured: Coreopsis
verticillata 'Moonbeam'
Perennial
Cultivation:
Plant Moonbeam Coreopsis in full sun in fertile, well drained soil. Space new
container grown plants 18" - 20" apart. Moonbeam
tolerates short
periods of drought well. Deadhead plants to extend flowering
season. Good
for mass planting and borders. "Moonbeam Coreopsis"
grows equally well in containers.
Coreopsis flowers are excellent for fresh floral arrangements.
Propagation:
Purchase pre-started plants at your local Garden Center. Once
established, plants may be dug and divided in the spring.
