Coreopsis rosea 'American Dream' - P9

Bulletpoints
* the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * cut flower * very beautiful in containers

Growth habit
Upright.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Tasks
Cut back: October.

Care
- If the plant is divided every 2-3 years and weak roots and shoots are removed, the reward is better growth and flowering vigour! - If the plant is watered less frequently but thoroughly and penetratingly, the plant roots are encouraged to penetrate into deeper soil layers. This helps the plant to survive dry periods. - Excess water must be able to drain away easily and waterlogging should be avoided at all costs. - This perennial should be cut back in autumn / late autumn when the plant begins to shrivel.

Flower
Coreopsis rosea 'American Dream' forms radial, light pink-coloured flowers from July.

Use
Tubs, cutting, group planting, rock garden, cottage garden, bee pasture