Seeds, Coreopsis Lanceleaf (West Coast Seeds)

Native to eastern North America, Lanceleaf Coreopsis has naturalized across much of the Prairies and even into the Rocky Mountains. It will work in well drained containers and just about any garden soil, but it prefers well drained, nutrient-poor, sandy loam. This variety can reach 90cm (36") tall, but may grow shorter depending on exposure in the garden. It's stems are stiff and upright, so it makes a nice cut flower. It is attractive to a wide range of pollinators and beneficial insects. Avoid over-watering, and keep the spent flowers picked — otherwise it requires little care.

Perennial.

Timing
Start indoors in late winter for transplanting out after last frost. Or direct sow when a slight risk of frost is still possible. In areas where winter is mild, seeds can be direct sown in the fall, as well. Seeds germinate in 5-25 days. If starting indoors, maintain soil temperature at 12-21°C (55-70°F) and provide bright light.

Starting
Sow seeds on the surface of the soil. Transplant or thin to 15cm (6″).