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Dwarf Eared Coreopsis

Coreopsis Auriculata 'Nana'

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Overview

The Coreopsis auriculata 'Nana', commonly known as Dwarf Eared Coreopsis, is a compact perennial reaching 6-9 inches tall with an 18-inch spread. It sports vibrant yellow daisy-like flowers from spring to early summer. This drought-tolerant, deer-resistant plant thrives in full sun to light shade in well-drained soil. Its low-growing, mound-forming habit makes it perfect for borders, rock gardens, or as a cheerful ground cover. USDA Zones 4-9.

Sun FullWater MediumZones 4–10Type PerennialClimate Temperate
Dwarf Eared Coreopsis (Coreopsis Auriculata 'Nana') — commonly known as Dwarf Eared Coreopsis
Dwarf Eared Coreopsis (Coreopsis Auriculata 'Nana') — is a compact perennial reaching 6-9 inches tall with an 18-inch spreadDwarf Eared Coreopsis (Coreopsis Auriculata 'Nana') — It sports vibrant yellow daisy-like flowers from spring to early summer

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Medium
USDA zones
4–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Perennial
Family
Asteraceae
Climate
Temperate

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Dwarf Eared Coreopsis (Coreopsis Auriculata 'Nana') — commonly known as Dwarf Eared Coreopsis
Dwarf Eared Coreopsis (Coreopsis Auriculata 'Nana') — is a compact perennial reaching 6-9 inches tall with an 18-inch spread
Dwarf Eared Coreopsis (Coreopsis Auriculata 'Nana') — It sports vibrant yellow daisy-like flowers from spring to early summer

Photograph: David J. Stang, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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