Lanceleaf Coreopsis Plant Care
Coreopsis lanceolata L.
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Coreopsis lanceolata, the lance-leaved coreopsis, is a North American species of tickseed in the family Asteraceae.
Every 7–10 days
Full sun to partial shade
50–80°F
40–60%
At a glance
How do you care for Lanceleaf Coreopsis?
Water Lanceleaf Coreopsis every 7–10 days, letting the top layer of soil dry out between waterings, and give it full sun to partial shade. It prefers temperatures of 50–80°F (10–27°C) and 40–60% humidity. Fertilize it every 6 months during the growing season. The ASPCA lists it as non-toxic to cats and dogs.
Where Is the Lanceleaf Coreopsis Native To?
What Is the Lanceleaf Coreopsis?
Lanceleaf Coreopsis (Coreopsis lanceolata) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Coreopsis genus. Lanceleaf Coreopsis is native to North America, Eastern United States. Lanceleaf Coreopsis is also known as Lanceleaf Tickseed, Golden Tickseed, Chrysomelea lanceolata.
Lanceleaf Coreopsis displays an upright, bushy perennial growth habit, reaching up to 2 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1.5 ft. Lanceleaf Coreopsis produces daisy-like flowers in shades of yellow, pink, or red.
Leaf size: approximately 4 inches.
How Often Should You Water a Lanceleaf Coreopsis?
Coreopsis lanceolata requires watering every 7–10 days. Allow the top layer of soil to dry between waterings to prevent root rot. Reduce watering frequency during winter when growth slows.
Watering Frequency
Every 7–10 days
Let soil partially dry between waterings
What Light Does the Lanceleaf Coreopsis Need?
Lanceleaf Coreopsis thrives in full sun to partial shade.
Light Requirement
Full sun to partial shade
What Temperature and Humidity Does the Lanceleaf Coreopsis Prefer?
Coreopsis lanceolata grows best at temperatures of 50–80°F. Lanceleaf Coreopsis prefers humidity levels of 40–60%.
Temperature
50–80°F
Humidity
40–60%
What Soil Mix Works Best for a Lanceleaf Coreopsis?
Well-draining sandy loam with added compost for nutrients. Good drainage is essential for Lanceleaf Coreopsis to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.
How Often Should You Fertilize a Lanceleaf Coreopsis?
Feed Lanceleaf Coreopsis every 6 months during the growing season (spring and summer) with a balanced fertilizer diluted to the strength on the label.
Pause feeding in autumn and winter, when growth slows, and never fertilize dry soil — water first.
Fertilizing
Every 6 months
During the growing season
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How Do You Repot a Lanceleaf Coreopsis?
Divide and replant every 2-3 years in early spring. Choose a pot one size larger than the current container, and ensure it has drainage holes to allow excess water to escape.
How Do You Propagate a Lanceleaf Coreopsis?
Lanceleaf Coreopsis can be propagated through seeds, division of clumps.
Is the Lanceleaf Coreopsis Toxic to Pets and Children?
Non-toxic to cats and dogs
Source: ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center plant list, which covers Coreopsis species (which includes Lanceleaf Coreopsis). View the ASPCA entry
Non-toxic to humans and pets
This is a general caution, not veterinary or medical advice. If your pet ate a plant, contact your vet or animal poison control.
See all plants toxic to cats and plants toxic to dogs.
What Pests and Diseases Affect the Lanceleaf Coreopsis?
Lanceleaf Coreopsis is susceptible to aphids, spider mites, leaf miners. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.
Yellow leaves, brown tips or drooping? See common plant problems and how to fix them.
What USDA Hardiness Zone Does the Lanceleaf Coreopsis Need?
Lanceleaf Coreopsis grows outdoors in USDA Zone 4 – 9. It survives winters down to planting zone 4a. Lanceleaf Coreopsis is native to North America, Eastern United States.
Hardiness Zone
Zone 4 – 9
Keep exploring plants
Lanceleaf Coreopsis is one of many species covered in the complete plant care and identification guide, which groups plants by genus, attribute, and popularity.
It belongs to the Coreopsis genus — compare its care with other Coreopsis species on PlantoScan.
Coreopsis is part of the Asteraceae plant family — browse all Asteraceae genera and species.
Lanceleaf Coreopsis thrives in bright light and direct sun — see other bright-light plants.
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Sources
- Scientific name & taxonomy: Coreopsis lanceolata L., family Asteraceae (first published in Sp. Pl. 2: 908. 1753 [1 May 1753]) — World Flora Online record, IPNI name record.
- Pet toxicity: The ASPCA lists Coreopsis species (which includes Lanceleaf Coreopsis) as non-toxic to cats and dogs. Source: ASPCA Toxic and Non-Toxic Plant List.
- Hardiness zone: USDA Zone 4 – 9, estimated from the plant's typical growing conditions.
- Care values(watering, light, temperature, humidity, soil, fertilizing): PlantoScan's plant database, filtered by automatic plausibility checks — values that fail them are hidden. How we source and check plant data.
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