Coreopsis ‘Moonlight’ (Tickseed)

Untroubled by most pests and diseases, Coreopsis ‘Moonlight’ blooms continuously for 3 to 4 months and forms a gorgeous bushy mound of delicate threadlike foliage covered with a profusion soft yellow daisy-like flowers, over 150 flowers per plant. Flowering from early summer until fall, the luminous 2 in. (5 cm) blossoms remain fresh-looking through the heat and do not fade away. Interestingly, they turn delicate peach tones in cool weather. Without qualification, this Tickseed belongs in every perennial bed, border, window boxes, or containers.

• Grows up to 18 in. tall (45 cm) and 24 in. across (60 cm);
• Prefers full sun but tolerates partial shade (specifically in hot summer areas) and enjoys dry to medium moisture, well-drained soils. Thrives in poor, sandy or rocky soils and is drought and deer tolerant.
• Easy to grow, unfussy and relatively low maintenance, this Coreopsis is a favorite of bees and butterflies.
• Welcomed addition to the front of borders, cottage gardens or containers.
• Midsummer shearing (after the first flush of flowers) will keep this plant looking its best all season.
• Coreopsis, commonly known as Tickseed, are a favorite of many gardeners thanks to the bright colors of their flowers and their ability to put up with most garden soils. There are over 100 species available and countless hybrids. Most of them are low maintenance, drought tolerant and enjoy long blooming seasons. Workhorse perennials in the sunny borders, they make excellent cut flowers.