Coreopsis – a hardy annual plant from the Asteraceae family, known for its bright and long-lasting blooming from late May until the first frosts. The flowers are gathered in heads with a diameter of 2–7 cm and come in shades of yellow, golden, orange, and reddish colors. Stem height varies from 30 to 120 cm, and the leaves are lanceolate or pinnatifid, dark green in color.
For successful cultivation, coreopsis requires a sunny location with a minimum of 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily and loose, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0–7.0. The plant is resistant to heat, wind, and poor soils, but flowering stops during drought, so watering is only necessary during dry periods. Care is simple: remove withered inflorescences to stimulate reblooming, loosen the soil, and fertilize with NPK 10‑10‑10 in spring or phosphorus-potassium additives in summer as needed.
Coreopsis is easily propagated by seeds, bush division, or stem cuttings. It does not require frequent transplanting – annual forms can be planted in April–May, perennials in spring or autumn, and if necessary, transplanting is carried out every 3–4 years. The plant is rarely affected by pests and diseases; upon the appearance of aphids, spider mites, or powdery mildew, biological preparations or insecticides are used. Due to its decorative appeal and ease of care, coreopsis is often used in flower beds, borders, mixed borders, as well as in pots and balcony boxes.
