Double The Sun Coreopsis
Coreopsis grandiflora 'Double the Sun'Double the Sun Coreopsis is a cheerful, long-blooming perennial prized for its fully double, golden-yellow flowers that brighten the garden from late spring through summer. Each bloom is densely packed with layers of ruffled petals, creating a full, pompon-like appearance that stands out against the plant’s tidy mound of deep green foliage. The abundant blossoms are produced continuously over an extended season, providing reliable color and making this cultivar an eye-catching addition to borders, pollinator gardens, and container plantings.
Typically growing 1′ – 2′ (ft) tall with a spread of 1′ – 2′ (ft), Double the Sun forms a compact, well-branched habit that fits easily into a variety of landscape designs. Its manageable size makes it ideal for edging pathways, mass plantings, and small gardens, where the bright flowers create a vibrant display. The sturdy stems hold the blooms upright, making them suitable for fresh cut flower arrangements while maintaining a neat appearance in the landscape.
This cultivar performs best in full sun and well-drained soil, where it flowers most heavily and develops the strongest growth. Once established, it tolerates drought, heat, poor soils, and rocky conditions, making it an excellent low-maintenance choice for challenging sites. Regular removal of spent flowers can encourage additional blooming and help keep the plant looking fresh throughout the season.
Care Instructions:
Planting: Plant in full sun in well-drained soil.
Soil: Prefers Clay, Loam, or Sand soils.
Watering: Water regularly during establishment. Coreopsis are drought-tolerant once mature.
Fertilizing: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring if needed.
Pruning: Remove spent flowers to encourage continued blooming and cut back old growth in late winter or early spring.
Spacing: Space 1′ – 2′ (ft) apart for mature growth.
Maintenance: Benefits from periodic deadheading and occasional cleanup to maintain a tidy appearance and promote prolonged flowering.
The nectar-rich flowers attract butterflies, honeybees, and other pollinators, bringing beneficial wildlife into the garden. With its compact habit, bright double blooms, and dependable performance, Double the Sun Coreopsis offers outstanding seasonal color and exceptional versatility in sunny landscapes.
