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Coreopsis grandiflora 'Presto' is a cheerful, compact perennial celebrated for its profusion of bright golden-yellow flowers and tidy, bushy foliage. This variety brings a burst of sunshine to garden beds, borders, and containers, delighting gardeners with its long-lasting blooms.
Description:
Dimensions: Grows to a height of 6-8 inches with a spread of 8-12 inches. It forms a low, mounded shape with fine, green leaves that create a dense, neat appearance.
Sun Exposure: Prefers full sun, ideally receiving 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily. Thrives in bright conditions to ensure vibrant blooms and vigorous growth.
Water Requirements: Prefers well-drained soil with moderate watering. Drought-tolerant once established, it performs best with occasional watering, allowing soil to dry between sessions.
Hardiness Zones: Hardy in Zones 4-9.
Bloom Time: Blooms from early summer to early fall with large, single, golden-yellow flowers up to 2 inches wide, often with a subtle reddish center, providing months of color.
Pruning: Deadhead spent flowers regularly to encourage continuous blooming. Cut back in late fall or early spring to refresh the plant and maintain its compact form.
How to Plant:
Location: Ideal for garden beds, borders, rock gardens, or containers in sunny areas. Prefers well-draining soil and open spaces to showcase its prolific flowering.
Soil Preparation: Use well-draining soil with a neutral to slightly acidic pH. Enrich with compost if needed, but avoid overly rich soils to prevent legginess.
Planting: Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball. Place the plant in the hole, ensuring the top of the root ball is level with the soil surface.
Spacing: Space plants 8-12 inches apart to accommodate their mature spread and allow for good air circulation.
Watering: Water thoroughly after planting and keep soil moderately moist during the first growing season. Reduce watering once established, as it adapts well to drier conditions.
Fun Fact: Coreopsis grandiflora 'Presto' is a dwarf standout among coreopsis varieties, earning praise for its petite size and oversized blooms. Its extended flowering period and low-maintenance charm make it a go-to for adding effortless, sunny vibrance to any garden space.