Coreopsis hybrid 'SunBright Golden'

Attracts bees, butterflies, hoverflies, and other pollinators. Spent flower heads left on the plant into fall can provide food for seed-eating birds like goldfinches.

Blooms from early summer through fall. Herbaceous perennial that dies back to the ground in winter and re-emerges in spring. Hardy in USDA Zones 5–9.

– Pollinator and butterfly gardens

– Front of borders and mass plantings

– Rock gardens, xeriscapes, and sunny slopes

– Containers and low-maintenance landscapes

Features narrow, lance-shaped, medium green leaves arranged alternately along upright stems. Foliage is clean and tidy throughout the growing season and provides an attractive base for the flower display.

Bright golden-yellow, daisy-like flowers with a yellow central disc. Each bloom measures approximately 1.5 to 2 inches wide. Flowers are borne singly on slender stems and cover the plant in waves from early summer through early fall.

Plant in spring after the last frost or in early fall to allow roots to establish before temperature extremes. Choose a site with full sun exposure and well-drained soil. Sandy or loamy soils are ideal, with a neutral to slightly acidic pH (6.0–7.0). Dig a hole the same depth as the root ball and twice as wide. Space plants 12–18 inches apart to allow for air circulation and mature spread.

Deadhead spent blooms regularly to encourage continual flowering from early summer to fall. Shear lightly after the first flush of blooms to promote a second bloom cycle. Cut back to ground level in late fall or early spring before new growth begins.

Requires regular watering during the first growing season to establish roots. Once established, it is drought tolerant and prefers soil to dry slightly between waterings. Overwatering can lead to crown rot in poorly drained soils.

Prefers full sun and requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. It will tolerate light shade, but flowering is significantly reduced under low light conditions.

Flowers can be harvested for fresh bouquets. Cut in the morning when blooms are fully open. Flowering stems have moderate vase life. If left to dry on the plant, seed heads provide seasonal interest and food for birds.

Low fertility needs. In average garden soil, additional fertilization is not required. In poor soils, apply a light dose of balanced, slow-release fertilizer or compost in spring. Avoid overfertilization, which may cause excessive foliage growth and fewer blooms.

Pollinated by a wide range of insects, particularly bees and butterflies. It is an excellent source of nectar and pollen, supporting pollinator health and activity in the garden.

airs well with Echinacea purpurea for height and pollinator value, Salvia for its vertical spikes and contrasting color, Gaillardia for its extended bloom and similar drought tolerance, and Lavandula for aromatic foliage and purple-toned contrast.