Lance-leaved Coreopsis

Coreopsis lanceolata

Lanceleaf Coreopsis

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Coreopsis lanceolata

Lanceleaf Coreopsis – Sunshine of the Prairie

Lanceleaf Coreopsis is a bright and cheerful native wildflower that brings early summer color to prairies, meadows, and open savannas. Its golden yellow daisy-like flowers rise above slender stems and narrow lance-shaped leaves, creating glowing patches of color that sway gently in the wind. Blooming from late spring into early summer, it is often one of the first prairie flowers to put on a strong show of yellow.

This hardy species thrives in full sun and well-drained soils, especially sandy or rocky sites where other plants struggle. It is well suited to naturalized plantings, roadside restorations, and prairie gardens where its resilience and long flowering season help establish vibrant native landscapes.

Ecologically, Lanceleaf Coreopsis is an important early nectar and pollen source for pollinators. Native bees, butterflies, and beneficial insects visit the flowers regularly. As the blooms fade, the seeds provide food for birds and help sustain meadow ecosystems.

Within traditional knowledge, bright yellow flowering plants like this were recognized by the Anishinaabe as important parts of the prairie plant community, often used historically for natural dyes and respected for their place within the seasonal cycles of the land.

Larval host for
• Wavy Lined Emerald Moth (Synchlora aerata)

Planting to Protect
Restoring to Thrive 🌱
Origin Native Plants 🌱

3.5 inch Pots