Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise'
Early Sunrise Coreopsis
Description
The 'Early Sunrise' is a wonderful perennial, reaching 18" tall and wide. Semi-double, yellow flowers resembling daisies bloom in summer and even into fall if deadheaded regularly. It does best in full sun in poor, dry, well draining soils. It makes for good cut flowers. Plant will self-seed if not pruned or deadheaded. Butterflies love this plant.
Plant Type
Ground cover, Perennial
Height Range
1-3'
Width Range
Under 1', 1-3'
Flower Color
Yellow
Flower Season
Summer
Leaf Color
Light Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Low
Growth Rate
Fast
Soil Type
Sandy, Rocky
Soil Condition
Average
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Design Styles
English Cottage, Seascape
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Summer
Location Uses
Entry, Perennial Border, Parking Strip, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Filler, Mass Planting, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
Butterflies
Water Saving Tip:
Irrigate in the early morning to minimize evaporation.