Northwest Blooms · Perennials
Coreopsis 'Super Star'
Super Star Tickseed
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Height
- 14 to 16 inches
- Width
- 16 to 18 inches
- Flower color
- Large, yellow petals with a deep crimson-red center surrounding a golden-yellow eye
- Foliage color
- Dark green, narrow leaves
- Bloom time
- Early summer to early fall
- Light
- Full sun
- Water
- Medium
- Maintenance
- Low; deadheading spent flowers encourages continuous blooming
- Growing zone
- USDA zones 5 to 9
- Wildlife
- Attracts butterflies and bees; deer-resistant
About this plant
Coreopsis 'Super Star' is a perennial known for its exceptionally large, daisy-like flowers. From early spring through fall, this plant showcases yellow petals adorned with deep crimson-red centers encircling a golden disk. The vibrant blooms are borne on upright stems, making them excellent for cut flower arrangements.
'Super Star' features a compact, mounded habit with deep green foliage that provides a lush backdrop to its prolific blossoms. This cultivar is noted for its mildew resistance and ability to attract bees and butterflies, contributing to a lively and dynamic garden ecosystem. Its extended blooming season ensures continuous color, making it a standout addition to perennial borders and container gardens.
Works well in
Borders · Sun Gardens · Pollinator Gardens · Containers
Companion plants
Russian sage · Sedums · Peonies · Coneflowers · Salvias · Shasta daisies
Design tip
Fall bloom is its strength, and it earns a place near a path or seating area used late in the year. Give it open sun and room to fill out, and repeat it in threes or fives so the planting reads as one sweep instead of scattered dots.
