Water: Low to medium water needs; drought-tolerant once established
Soil: Prefers well-drained sandy, loamy, or rocky soils; tolerates poor and disturbed soils
Height: 1-3 feet
Bloom Time: Late spring to early fall
Lifespan: Annual
Growth Habit: Upright, branching wildflower
Additional Information: Plains Coreopsis is a cheerful, long-blooming wildflower known for its bright yellow flowers with dark red centers, though color variations range from solid yellow to deep red. Blooming throughout the warmer months, it provides a consistent nectar source for bees, butterflies, and other pollinators. This adaptable plant thrives in prairies, roadsides, and disturbed areas, reseeding readily to return year after year. Its slender, airy growth habit makes it an excellent choice for naturalized plantings, wildflower meadows, and pollinator gardens, where it adds movement and seasonal color.
