About

Coreopsis 'Sterntaler' is a herbaceous perennial that grows in clumps, reaching heights of approximately 60 cm. It features lanceolate, bright green foliage and produces vibrant yellow blooms throughout the summer. Each flower displays serrated petal tips and a red-brown marking at the base.

About the genus

Coreopsis includes both annual and perennial species, characterized by their paired, simple leaves that may be palmate or pinnately divided. They produce elongated flower heads that resemble daisies and are borne on long stalks.

Growing conditions

Sunlight
Full sun, Partial shade
Soil type
Loam, Sand
Soil pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moisture
Moist but well-drained
Aspect
East-facing, South-facing, West-facing
Exposure
Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness
H5

Plant details

Plant type
Herbaceous Perennial
Habit
Clump forming
Foliage
Deciduous
Height
0.5-1 metres
Spread
0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height
2-5 years
Suggested uses
Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, City and courtyard gardens, Wildlife gardens

Care notes

Cultivation
Grow in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or partial shade
Pruning
Deadhead regularly to prolong flowering. Cut old stems back to their bases as they die back at the end of the year
Propagation
Propagate by seed at 13-16°C in mid- or late winter, or in situ from early spring to early summer
Pest resistance
May be susceptible to slugs and snails
Disease resistance
Generally disease-free