What can I plant with coreopsis?

Pair the bright, cheerful yellow selections with contrasting blues or purples for a classic color combination. Combine with Echinacea (coneflower), Hemerocallis (daylily), Monarda (beebalm), Achillea (yarrow), and Gaillardia (blanket flower) in an informal meadow setting.

Where does coreopsis grow best?

full sun
Regardless of the type you’re growing, coreopsis need full sun, so plant them where they will receive at least 6 to 8 hours of sunlight per day. Coreopsis grows best in well drained, moderately moist soils. These are not good plants for a poorly drained, low spot in the yard.

What conditions do coreopsis like?

Coreopsis grows best in full sun or light shade. Perennial coreopsis grows well in borders mixed with other herbaceous plants, shrubs, and ornamental grasses.

Do coreopsis plants spread?

Both coreopsis grandiflora and coreopsis verticillata spread by rhizomes and are also self-seeding. In areas where coreopsis is perennial, the plants may need to be divided or replaced every 3 to 5 years.

Can coreopsis grow in shade?

Coreopsis prefer full sun, but can be grown here successfully in partial shade. Consider that they may get a bit leggy in partial shade. They are very adaptable, but in areas of dry heat, coreopsis might appreciate a little afternoon shade.

Can you plant coreopsis in pots?

Can I grow coreopsis in containers? Yes, coreopsis is ideal for containers.

Do coreopsis do well in containers?

What temperature do Coreopsis plants like?

Coreopsis plants like warm temperatures between 70 and 80 degrees Fahrenheit during the day and 50 and 60 degrees Fahrenheit at night. That being said, various species of coreopsis have differing levels of cold tolerance.

How to take care of Coreopsis?

1 Light. Coreopsis plants will grow and bloom best in full sun, meaning at least six hours of direct sunlight on most days. 2 Soil. These plants thrive in well-draining loamy or sandy soil with a fairly neutral soil pH. 3 Water. 4 Temperature and Humidity. 5 Fertilizer.

How do you grow Coreopsis from seed?

Many coreopsis varieties can be grown from seed and often will reseed themselves in your garden. Start seeds indoors six to eight weeks before your area’s projected last frost date, or directly plant seeds in your garden after your last frost. Plant the seeds roughly 1/2-inch deep, and keep the soil lightly moist and warm.

When is the best time to plant coreopsis?

Coreopsis species have a moderate growth rate and are best planted in the spring after the threat of frost has passed. Annual varieties will start blooming in early summer and repeat bloom periodically through fall, while perennial varieties will begin blooming the second year after planting. The Spruce / Adrienne Legault