Sizzle & Spice Crazy Cayenne Coreopsis

This variety is hardy in USDA zones 5 through 9. As a perennial, it will return each year if planted within this range, provided it is established before the first hard frost.

This plant requires full sun, which means at least six to eight hours of direct sunlight daily. Without adequate light, the plant may become leggy and produce fewer blooms.

Yes, this coreopsis is considered deer resistant. While no plant is entirely deer-proof if food sources are scarce, deer generally avoid this variety due to its texture and taste.

Absolutely. Its mounded growth habit and 15-to-18-inch height make it an excellent candidate for containers, provided the pot has good drainage and receives plenty of sun.

Once established, this plant is quite drought-tolerant and prefers average to dry soil. You should water it regularly during the first growing season to help the roots settle, but after that, it requires very little supplemental irrigation.

While it is a long-blooming perennial, removing spent flowers can help encourage a tidier appearance and potentially stimulate a stronger flush of new blooms throughout the summer and fall.