Description
Prairie Coreopsis (Anacis palmata, formerly Coreopsis palmata), is a tough, long-lived native perennial with bright yellow flowers and a low, spreading growth habit. Growing up to 2 feet tall, it spreads through deep, fibrous rhizomes to form attractive mats, making it well suited to dry prairies, sandy slopes, and other well-drained sites.
Prairie Coreopsis blooms from June through July, producing cheerful yellow flowers that stand out against its narrow, deeply divided foliage. Removing faded flowers can encourage additional blooms and extend the flowering period. It is highly drought tolerant, deer resistant, and capable of growing in poor soils once established.
The flowers attract a wide variety of native pollinators, including more than 20 species of native bees. It also provides habitat for insects such as the Wavy-Lined Emerald moth. Its combination of drought tolerance, low maintenance, and pollinator value makes it a dependable choice for dry prairie plantings.
Prairie Coreopsis can be distinguished from Lanceleaf Coreopsis (Coreopsis lanceolata) by its growth habit and foliage. Prairie Coreopsis has a more spreading, rhizomatous habit and deeply divided leaves, while Lanceleaf Coreopsis has narrower, lance-shaped leaves and a more upright growth habit.
