Leavenworth's Coreopsis (Coreopsis leavenworthii) Plant Details
Scientific Name
Coreopsis leavenworthii
Bees Particularly Attractive To This Plant
A diversity of bees
Geographical Considerations
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Hardiness Zones
8a to 11
This is a native Florida plant.
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Yard Conditions
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Optimal Light
Leavenworth's Coreopsis grows best in Full Sun.
Light Range
It performs in Partial Shade to Full Sun
Soil Texture
Any Texture
Soil Moisture
Medium Drained to Wet
Soil pH
Acid to Slightly Alkaline (4.5-7.2)
Salt Tolerance
Not known
Drought Tolerance
Low
Wind Resistance
Not known
Toxicity
None known
Nematode Tolerance
Not known
Appearance
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Plant Type
- Annuals
Plant Shape
- Upright
Leaf Persistence
Leavenworth's Coreopsis is Deciduous
Spread
1-3 feet
Height
1-3 feet
Growth Rate
Moderate
Leaf Size
Medium
Leaf Texture
Fine
Flower Size
Small
Flowering Month
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
Flower Color
- Yellow
Additional Plant Information
Attracts pollinators
