Overview
Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' is a bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Coreopsis, part of the Asteraceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 0.1-0.5 metres tall and 0.1-0.5 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden, patio and container plants, wildlife gardens and flower borders and beds. It is native to South Carolina, Florida, Mississippi, Alabama, Nebraska, North Carolina, New Jersey and New York.
About
Anacis verticillata is a North American species of tickseed in the sunflower family. It is found primarily in the east-central United States, from Maryland south to Georgia, with isolated populations as far west as Oklahoma and as far north as Québec and Ontario.
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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, Partial shade
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- East-facing, South-facing, North-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Spread
- 0.1-0.5 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
- Suggested uses
- City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Patio and container plants, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds
- Native to
- South Carolina, Florida, Mississippi, Alabama, Nebraska, North Carolina, New Jersey, New York
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam'
- Cultivation
- Prefers well-drained soil and full sun; drought tolerant once established; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.
- Pruning
- Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming; cut back in late autumn or early spring to promote fresh growth.
- Propagation
- Seed in late winter, division in spring or autumn, basal root cuttings in spring
- Pest resistance
- Slugs, Snails
- Disease resistance
- Generally disease-free
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam'?
Prefers well-drained soil and full sun; drought tolerant once established; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot.
Where is the best place to plant Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam'?
Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' prefers full sun and partial shade. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' need?
Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
How do I prune Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam'?
Deadhead spent flowers to encourage continuous blooming; cut back in late autumn or early spring to promote fresh growth.
How big does Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' grow?
Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' reaches a height of 0.1-0.5 metres and a spread of 0.1-0.5 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
Is Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' hardy in the UK?
Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' 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 verticillata 'Moonbeam'?
Seed in late winter, division in spring or autumn, basal root cuttings in spring.
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