Early Sunrise Coreopsis
Coreopsis grandiflora 'Early Sunrise'Early Sunrise Coreopsis is an award-winning perennial celebrated for its abundant semi-double to fully double golden-yellow flowers that provide brilliant color from early summer into fall. The cheerful blooms are held above a dense mound of deep green foliage, creating a bright and inviting display that stands out in borders, cottage gardens, and pollinator plantings. Each flower features layers of ruffled petals that give it a fuller appearance than many other coreopsis varieties, making this cultivar especially attractive both in the landscape and as a cut flower.
Typically growing 1′ – 2′ (ft) tall with a spread of 1′ – 2′ (ft), Early Sunrise forms a compact, upright habit that fits easily into a wide range of garden settings. Its manageable size makes it ideal for edging pathways, filling sunny containers, or creating colorful mass plantings. Throughout its extended bloom season, the nectar-rich flowers attract butterflies, honeybees, and other pollinators, bringing movement and ecological value to the garden while providing weeks of continuous interest.
This cultivar thrives in full sun and performs best in well-drained soil. Once established, it tolerates drought, heat, poor soils, and rocky conditions with ease, making it a dependable choice for low-maintenance landscapes. Regular deadheading encourages additional flowering and helps maintain a fresh appearance, while occasional division of mature clumps supports continued vigor and performance.
Care Instructions:
Planting: Plant in full sun in well-drained soil.
Soil: Prefers Clay, Loam, or Sand soils.
Watering: Water regularly during establishment. Coreopsis is 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: Low; benefits from periodic deadheading and occasional division of mature clumps to maintain vigorous growth and extended flowering.
With its award-winning blooms, compact habit, and exceptional resilience, Early Sunrise Coreopsis delivers dependable season-long color and outstanding versatility for sunny gardens and container displays.
