What is Coreopsis?

Coreopsis is a family belonging to the Asteraceae family, which contains 35 species of flowering plants. Named from the Greek word coris means "Bedbug", this genus is also known as "Calliopsis". However, the most common nickname is "checked" or its variation. For example, some species are nicknamed depending on their location, such as California Tickseed, Texas Tickseed or Coastlain Tickseed. Similarly, other nickname variants are based on an individual appearance, such as the ear core of the ear ear, Coreopsis Moonbeam and Goldenman Tickseed. However, several come from Central or South America. It is a fertile plant that can tolerate harsh conditions, including heat, drought and wind. In fact, Coreopsis can be found prosperous as a side road on the road, naturalized on meadows and even along the sand coast. When it was used in various highways Beastrutification programs in Florida at the beginning of 90.. However, some varieties must be divided every 2-3 years. All species do live flower heads with Daisy similar to appearance. Flowers can be individual or double and colors from light yellow to deep gold, with c. Rosea is the only pink variety.

Coreopsis is promoted by a division of clusters or seeds. However, some varieties are easy to assemble and can be invasive in the garden. While all species of this genus are durable and resistant to poor soils, they require a mild to full sun. Periodic division ensures strong growth and continuing seasonal flowers.

smaller varieties can be grown in containers or suspended baskets. This plant also naturalizes well in wild gardens or meadows. Coreopsis also produces an excellent edging race for borders and retaining walls. It is also a popular accessory for cutting gardens, because stems and flowers are long -lasting in the water. Once it isSimilarly, very small fertilization is needed.

This plant is not generally vulnerable to garden pests. However, the larvae of some species of butterflies and moths will dinner in seeds, flowers or leaves of the plant. In addition, some of these insects will continue to use the plant as a host after reaching adulthood, often spinning silk cases on the underside of its leaves.

He is an excellent companion for many other plants such as cottage or prairie. In fact, it looks particularly attractive next to flowering plants of contrasting color, such as Russian sage, purple connector or false indigo. While Coreopsis is appreciated for providing strong colors until summer and autumn, it also provides interest in winter when leaves change the shade of cinnamon-brown.