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Coreopsis pubescens 'Sunshine Superman'
Sunshine Superman Star Tickseed
- » Beautiful yellow-orange blooms
- » Native
- » Heat and mildew resistant
- » Attracts butterflies
- » Seeds attract birds
- » Drought tolerant once established
- » Loves to be grouped in sunny gardens
- » Deer resistant
- » Easy to grow and maintain
- Category:Perennial
- Breeder:American Beauties Native Plants
- Hardiness Zone:5-8
- Height:12-18 in
- Spread:12-18 in
- Bloom Color: Yellow Shades
This powerhouse bloomer flowers from early summer into October covering its soft green foliage and rounded, spreading form with masses of yellow-orange color. Neither heat or mildew seems to phase this performer that loves to be grouped and always has a flock of butterflies nearby.
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Critter Resistance
| • | Deer Resistant |
Flower Color
| • | Yellow |
Programs
| • | American Beauties Native Plants® |
Habit
| • | Mounding |
Additional Information about Coreopsis pubescens 'Sunshine Superman'
Native Americans considered Coreopsis one of the most useful native plants medicinally as a rheumatism cure and practically as a dye that was widely used by many different societies.
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Coreopsis pubescens 'Sunshine Superman'
Grow in full sun or part shade and average to dry soil. Very tolerant of a wide variety of conditions and quite drought tolerant once established. Cut back spent flowers for more prolific reblooming.