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Coreopsis grandilfora 'Goldfink'

Goldfink Coreopsis

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Description

A dwarf form of the common Coreopsis, the 'Goldfink' grows to a height of 2'. It has single deep yellow flowers that are banded maroon in the center. This perennial blooms from spring through summer and possibly into fall, if deadheaded in summer time. It does best in full sun with dry, well draining soil. It may naturalize in some areas. Use in containers or borders. It attracts butterflies and is deer resistant. Tolerant to heat and coastal conditions.

 

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Low

Growth Rate

Fast

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Dig-up patches of weeds and undesirable grasses from turf areas.

Use water to grow the turf you want, not the weeds you don't want! Once you have eliminated what you don't want, add sod or over-seed to repair the bare areas.