Coreopsis x verticillata 'Starlight'
Best vibrant color for low maintenance garden enthusiasts.
This perennial offers continuous blooms from summer into fall with unique daisy-like flowers. It thrives in full sun and tolerates drought, humidity, and road salt, making it a low-maintenance choice for various garden settings. Its compact, clumping habit and suitability for containers add to its versatility.
$16.99
at
Mackey's
Who it's for
- Gardeners seeking vibrant, long-lasting floral displays throughout the growing season.
- Busy individuals or new gardeners desiring beautiful, low-effort landscape plants.
- Eco-conscious gardeners supporting local ecosystems and deterring common garden pests.
Who should skip it
- Gardeners with limited space or those preferring neatly contained plants.
- Gardeners preferring truly hands-off plants without routine maintenance tasks.
- Gardeners desiring long-term, permanent plantings that persist for many years.
Performance breakdown
Bloom Duration
Continuous flowering from summer through fall provides exceptional seasonal color payoff.
Environmental Resilience
Handles road salt, humidity, and drought with impressive, reliable hardiness.
Maintenance Ease
Low-effort perennial that thrives with minimal intervention once established.
Pollinator Appeal
Daisy-like blooms act as a consistent magnet for local beneficial insects.
Landscape Versatility
Compact size fits perfectly in containers, borders, or tight rock gardens.
Disease Resistance
Offers slight mildew protection but requires good airflow in humid climates.
Key Specs
Type
Perennial
Origins
NA Native Hybrid
Height
0.5' - 1'
Spread
1’ - 1.5'
Spacing
1’
USDA Hardiness Zone
5 - 9
Culture
Full Sun
Bloom Color
White/Yellow+Red
Season of Interest
Summer, Fall
Light Exposure
Full Sun
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