The Plant Bat

Your Friendly Neighborhood Native Plant Nut in Austin, TX

Common name

Lanceleaf Coreopsis

Scientific name Coreopsis lanceolata
Plant type Perennial
Other Common Names Lance-leaved Coreopsis, Lanceleaf Tickseed, Sand Coreopsis
Size S (2' × 0.5')
Soil moisture Dry, Moist (well drained)
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Soil texture Sand, Loam, Clay (Calcareous)
Growth behavior Self-sows

Notes

Sunny, cheerful flowers. Does best with afternoon shade. Complements the bloom period of Black-eyed Susan.

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We have some volunteers every year. I can also collect seeds in late spring upon request.

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