Coreopsis bigelovii Plant Care

Coreopsis bigelovii (Pugiopappus bigelovii) belongs to the Asteraceae family within the Pugiopappus genus. Coreopsis bigelovii is native to California. Coreopsis bigelovii is also known as Leptosyne bigelovii, Pugiopappus bigelovii, Pugiopappus breweri.

Coreopsis bigelovii displays a low rosette, spreading ground cover growth habit, reaching up to 0.5 ft tall with a spread of approximately 1 ft. Coreopsis bigelovii produces small daisy-like flowers in shades of yellow and white.

Leaf size: approximately 2 inches.

Water a young or newly planted Coreopsis bigelovii every 7–10 days, soaking the whole root zone, until it is established — usually one to two growing seasons. Established shrubs mainly need water during long dry spells. In a container, water whenever the top few centimetres of soil are dry.

Coreopsis bigelovii thrives in full sun to partial shade.

Pugiopappus bigelovii tolerates temperatures of 60–80°F. Coreopsis bigelovii prefers humidity levels of 40–70%.

Well-draining sandy loam with added compost for nutrients. Good drainage is essential for Coreopsis bigelovii to prevent waterlogging, which leads to root rot and fungal issues.

Feed Coreopsis bigelovii every 6 months during the growing season with a balanced, slow-release fertilizer at the rate on the label. Established shrubs in good soil often need little extra feeding, so let weak growth or pale foliage guide you.

Stop feeding by late summer so new growth can harden before winter.

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Choose a spot with full sun to partial shade and well-draining sandy loam with added compost for nutrients. Avoid low spots where water collects after rain.

Coreopsis bigelovii is suited to USDA Zone 13a.

Plant container-grown or balled-and-burlapped shrubs in spring or early autumn, setting the root flare at soil level, and water well after planting.

Coreopsis bigelovii can spread to about 1 ft (0.3 m) and reach about 1 ft (0 m) tall. Space plants about 1 ft (0.3 m) apart so mature crowns don't crowd each other, and plant at least half that distance from buildings, fences and paths.

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Prune Coreopsis bigelovii while it is dormant in late winter: first remove dead, damaged and crossing branches, then thin lightly for shape.

If it flowers in spring, prune right after flowering instead so you don't remove next year's buds. Never take off more than about a quarter of the shrub in one year.

Coreopsis bigelovii is frost-tender (hardy to USDA zone 13). In colder areas grow it in a container and move it to a bright, frost-free place before the first frost.

Coreopsis bigelovii can be propagated through seeds, division of root clumps.

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Coreopsis bigelovii is susceptible to aphids, whiteflies, spider mites. Inspect the foliage regularly, especially along leaf undersides and stems. Treat infestations promptly with insecticidal soap or neem oil to prevent spread.

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Coreopsis bigelovii grows outdoors in USDA Zone 13a. It survives winters down to planting zone 13a. Coreopsis bigelovii is native to California. In cooler regions, grow Coreopsis bigelovii as a houseplant or bring it indoors before the first frost.