The Coreopsis ‘Early Sunrise’, Coreopsis grandiflora, is a definite superstar among yellow flowers. This All-American Selections Gold Metal Award Winner has yellow flowers flush to orange-yellow near the center and bloom June through October. In the Tickseed family, the dark green thread leaf foliage makes a great contrast with the flower color. ‘Early Sunrise’ has a plant height of 24” and a spread of 10-12” and is a frog and hedgehog attractor. ‘Early Sunrise’ should be planted in full sun. Early Sunrises are drought-tolerant and tough but do need well-drained soil. It should be cut backing early and late summer to extend the bloom period. Coreopsis ‘Early Sunrise’ looks great with any type of grass, in borders or mass plantings in sunny gardens. ... more info