Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam'
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Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam'
- Bathe your summer borders in a luminous, cooling glow with the spectacular, buttery pale-yellow, starry flowers of this incredibly floriferous perennial.
- Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' is an absolute blooming machine, smothering its delicate, thread-like green foliage in a phenomenal display of color for months on end.
- This coreopsis is exceptionally drought-tolerant and thrives in poor, sandy soils, making it the ultimate, low-maintenance star for a hot, sunny gravel garden.
- It boasts a wonderfully neat, compact, spreading habit that makes it the absolute perfect choice for the front of the border or for softening the edges of a pathway.
- Highly attractive to butterflies and completely deer-resistant, it brings effortless, romantic, cottage-garden charm with absolutely zero pampering required.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' grows well in pots with regular watering during dry spells.
How big does it get?
Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' typically reaches a mature height of 45 cm and a spread of 45 cm.
How much sunlight does this need?
Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' requires full sun for at least 6 hours a day.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' needs about 2.5 centimetres of water per week, keeping the soil evenly moist.
Will this plant need pruning?
Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' does not strictly need pruning, but regular deadheading will encourage more flowering. Cut the plant back to the base in late autumn or early spring.
How hardy is this plant?
Coreopsis verticillata 'Moonbeam' is fully hardy (H5), enduring temperatures down to -15°C. It grows well across the UK, though it may need protection from severe winter wet in colder regions.
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