Coreopsis lanceolata (Sand Coreopsis)

Typically found in prairies and savannas, Sand Coreopsis thrives in dry-mesic to dry soils. Brilliant yellow daisy flowers with lobed petals are held erect above clumps of narrow green leaves and bloom all summer. It may spread freely by seed. A favorite of pollinators, it is also the larval host for a few moths. Sun Exposure Prairie/Savanna Soil Conditions Mesic, Dry Mesic, Dry Height 1' Flower Color Yellow Flower Time July-August Frequently Asked Questions Why Purchase From Natural Communities Native Plants? What Native Plants Should I Buy? What Can I Expect: Shipping/Free Local Pick Up? What Are Your Plant Sizes?    Why Plant Natives? Photo 1: Forest & Kim Starr [CC BY 3.0 (http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)], via Wikimedia Commons