Coreopsis Lance Leaved Wildflower Seed

Lanced-leaved Coreopsis - Coreopsis Lanceolata

Approximate seeds per pound: 221,000
Seeding rate: Plant this wildflower seed at 10 pounds per acre
Height: Up to 3 ft.
Flower Color: Butter Yellow
Plant Type: Perennial. Returns each spring from same roots, forming expanding clump. Blooms second spring from seed.
Flower Type: Daisy-like
Bloom Time: June - October
Is this wildflower invasive? No
Is this wildflower endangered? No
Is this wildflower edible? No
Is this wildflower medicinal? No
Regions: All regions of North America.
Zones: 3 - 9
Soil preference: Adaptable
Sun/Shade: Full sun to light shade
Moisture Requirements: Average to dry
Germination: 20 - 30 days
Optimum soil temperature for germination: 65 - 70F
Sowing depth: Sow this wild flower seed at 1/16"

Lance leaved coreopsis has eight yellow rays makes an excellent cut flower that is long lasting. Native to the U.S. east of the Rockies. It is found in open areas on a variety of soils. It blooms late spring into summer and grows one to three feet in height. Does well in full sun and can tolerate some shade in sandy soils. Lance leaved coreopsis is also known as Tickseed. It is a perennial found tolerant of either moist or dry conditions. Under ideal conditions this wildflower can bloom its first year. Deadhead to encourage rebloom and prevent self-sowing. If you want it to reseed, allow it to drop its wildflower seed for more new seedlings the following spring. It thrives on poor soils and is tolerant of heat, humidity, and drought.