Coreopsis grandiflora (Large Flower Coreopsis)

• Scientific Name: Coreopsis grandiflora
• Common Names: Large Flower Coreopsis
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Water: Dry to medium; drought-tolerant once established
• Soil: Prefers well-drained sandy or rocky soils; adaptable to various soil types
• Height: 1.5 to 2.5 feet
• Bloom Time: Late spring to late summer
• Lifespan: Perennial (may be short-lived but self-seeds readily)
• Growth Habit: Clump-forming, upright wildflower

Additional Information: Large-Flowered Tickseed is a native perennial wildflower celebrated for its bright yellow, daisy-like flowers that measure 2-3 inches in diameter. The blooms feature notched petals surrounding a darker yellow center and appear singly atop slender, erect stems. The plant's foliage consists of pinnatifid and deeply lobed bright green leaves. Thriving in poor, sandy, or rocky soils, it is tolerant of heat, humidity, and drought. Regular deadheading of spent flowers encourages prolonged blooming and prevents unwanted self-seeding. This species is attractive to bees and butterflies, making it an excellent choice for pollinator gardens, rock gardens, and naturalized areas.