Key Features

• Color: Bright golden-yellow petals with a deep red center

• Fragrance: Light, mildly sweet scent (not strongly fragrant)

• Wildlife Attraction: Attracts butterflies and bees; seed heads may attract birds

• Wildlife & Pest Resistance: Deer resistant; generally pest and disease resistant

• Planting Zones: USDA Zones 4–9

• Sun Preferences: Full sun (at least 6 hours daily for best flowering)

• Drought Tolerance: High once established; thrives in well-drained soil

Planting Instructions (From a 3.5" Pot into the Ground)

Coreopsis is easy to transplant and establishes quickly in sunny locations.

1. Choose the Location

• Select a spot in full sun.

• Ensure soil drains well — coreopsis does not tolerate soggy conditions.

2. Prepare the Soil

• Loosen soil 8–10 inches deep.

• Mix in compost if soil is poor, but avoid overly rich soil (which can cause floppy growth).

3. Dig the Hole

• Dig a hole twice as wide as the 3.5" pot.

• Plant at the same depth it was growing in the container (crown level with soil).

4. Remove from Pot

• Gently squeeze and slide the plant out.

• Loosen circling roots if needed.

5. Plant

• Place in the hole and backfill with soil.

• Firm gently around the base.

6. Water Thoroughly

• Water deeply after planting.

• Keep evenly moist during the first few weeks.

7. Mulch

• Apply a light layer of mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds (keep mulch away from the crown).

Overwintering Coreopsis ‘Solar Eclipse’

This perennial is hardy and generally low-maintenance in winter.

In-Ground Plants (Zones 4–9)

• After the first hard frost, foliage may die back.

• You can:

  • Cut stems down to 2–3 inches in late fall, or

  • Leave seed heads standing for winter interest and birds, then cut back in early spring.

• Apply a light mulch layer in colder zones for added root protection.

In Containers

• Move pots to a sheltered area out of harsh winter winds.

• Ensure containers have good drainage.

• Water occasionally if soil becomes completely dry (avoid waterlogging).

Coreopsis ‘Solar Eclipse’ is an easy-care, sun-loving perennial that brings bold color, pollinator activity, and long-lasting blooms to the garden. With proper drainage and sunlight, it will return reliably each year and often bloom even more vigorously in its second season.