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lanceleaf coreopsis

Coreopsis lanceolata 'Summer Sprite'

Overview

The stunning Lanceleaf Coreopsis, also known as 'Summer Sprite', is an excellent plant for adding vibrant colors and texture to your garden. Its striking foliage forms a mound of lance-shaped, bright green leaves that provide the perfect backdrop for the cheerful single daisy-like yellow flowers that bloom throughout the summer. The flowers may be a simple single flower, or a larger daisy-like double flowering form. It is a long blooming perennial flower and a real show-stopper in the garden with its showy yellow early summer flowers that dance in the breeze. This easy-to-grow native American wildflower loves sun and is an excellent choice for dry poor soils. 'Summer Sprite' is a great choice for borders, containers, or naturalizing areas.

Care Guide

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Watering

Lanceleaf coreopsis (Coreopsis lanceolata 'Summer Sprite') requires weekly watering when the soil is dry to 1 inch deep. Water thoroughly when you do water, and make sure the water can penetrate the soil. During the summer months, water thoroughly once or twice each week as needed. During the cooler months, water less frequently, about once every other week. Make sure the plant does not stay too wet or soggy for too long, as this can lead to root rot. If possible, use rainwater or natural water sources like streams and ponds when watering.

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Light

Sunlight for the lanceleaf coreopsis is best at full sun exposure, which is 6 or more hours of direct sunlight per day. This type of plant is native to the mid-Atlantic region of the United States where it is common for the hot summer days to feature over 8 hours of direct sunlight, making it ideal for lanceleaf coreopsis. For optimal flowering, plants should be exposed to full sun for the spring and summer months, as this is the time of year when they bloom. While the lanceleaf coreopsis can still bloom in partial shade, the flowers will be fewer in number. The lanceleaf coreopsis should be moved to a shady spot, or given partial shade, during the hottest parts of the day to avoid scorching from the summer sun.

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Soil

Sandy Loamy Clay Rocky

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Temperature

Hardiness zone 4–9.

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Pruning

Lanceleaf Coreopsis should be pruned back once in the spring, just before new growth begins, and again in fall, after the plants are done blooming. Pruning should be done lightly, removing no more than a third of the top growth. Make sure to prune back to healthy-looking stems with strong buds to encourage full, bushy growth and promote flowering.

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Propagation

Greenwood Cuttings

Uses & Symbolism

Attracts: Butterflies.

Diseases & Pests

Common pests: Fungal leaf spot, Slugs, snails, Deer resistant, Drought resistant .

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