Perennial
Lanceleaf Coreopsis
Coreopsis lanceolata
Monrovia® varieties
Varieties We Carry
Uptick RedCoreopsis lanceolataChipola RiverCoreopsis lanceolataLanceleafCoreopsis lanceolata
Sizes & Pricing
1 galFrom$6.95
3 galFrom$14.95
Fresh this week. Last restocked Jun 25.
LightFull Sun
WaterLow
Mature size1-3 feet × 1-2 feet
About Lanceleaf Coreopsis
Lanceleaf coreopsis (Coreopsis lanceolata) is a cheerful North American native perennial bearing bright golden-yellow daisy-like flowers with slightly notched petals atop slender stems. It forms low clumps of narrow, lance-shaped leaves and blooms prolifically in late spring and early summer. A tough, drought-tolerant wildflower suited to sunny borders, meadows, and naturalistic plantings. Starting at $6.95.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Summer
- Flower Color
- Yellow
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Semi-evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Bloom season.
Ideal planting window.
May lose some foliage in cold snaps.
Care essentials
Light
Plant in full sun for best flowering. Lanceleaf coreopsis thrives in NE Florida's open sunny spots and tolerates sandy, infertile soil; at least 6 hours of direct sun daily is ideal.
Water
Drought-tolerant once established; water lightly during establishment, then reduce to occasional deep watering. Avoid overwatering — excessively moist soil causes stems to flop and reduces bloom. It is well suited to NE Florida's naturally dry, sandy conditions.
Soil & Fertilizer
Grows best in dry to slightly moist, sandy, well-drained soil of moderate to low fertility. If fertilizing, apply a controlled-release fertilizer at low rate in spring; rich soil and excess nutrients cause floppy growth.
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Common questions
Is Lanceleaf Coreopsis a good plant for St. Augustine?
Lanceleaf Coreopsis is a perennial for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, with medium salt tolerance, reaching 1-3 feet × 1-2 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.