Overview
Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise' is a perennial in the genus Coreopsis, part of the Asteraceae family. Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise' grows best in full sun, and tolerates well-drained soils. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, containers and cut flowers. It is native to Maine, Missouri, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Kansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma and Georgia.
About
Coreopsis grandiflora is a North American species of perennial plant in the family Asteraceae. The common name is large-flowered tickseed.
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About the genus
Coreopsis is a genus of flowering plants in the family Asteraceae. Common names include calliopsis and tickseed, a name shared with various other plants.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Coreopsis
- Sunlight
- full sun
- Soil type
- well-drained
- Soil moisture
- moderate
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Suggested uses
- borders, containers, cut flowers
- Native to
- Maine, Missouri, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Kansas, New Mexico, Oklahoma, Georgia
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise'
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Deadhead to prolong flowering.
- Pruning
- Remove spent flowers to encourage reblooming.
- Propagation
- seed, division
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise'?
Prefers well-drained soil and full sun. Deadhead to prolong flowering.
Where is the best place to plant Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise'?
Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise' prefers full sun.
What soil does Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise' need?
Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise' grows best in well-drained soil. Aim for soil that stays moderate.
How do I prune Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise'?
Remove spent flowers to encourage reblooming.
Is Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise' hardy in the UK?
Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise'?
Seed, division.
More in the Coreopsis genus
- Coreopsistickseed
- Coreopsis grandiflora 'Mayfield Giants'Large-flowered Tickseed
- Coreopsis rosea Twinklebells Sunrise ('P16132')Pink Tickseed
- Coreopsis verticillata 'Ruby Red'Whorled Tickseed
- Coreopsis 'Limerock Ruby'PBR