Nana Coreopsis (Coreopsis auriculata ‘Nana’) – Bright Yellow Blooms for Containers, Rock Gardens & Sunny Borders
Nana Coreopsis brings a cheerful burst of sunshine to any garden with its compact mounds of dark green foliage topped by bright yellow blooms from early spring through summer. This low‑growing perennial is native to the southern United States and thrives in full sun with minimal care. Its long bloom season, pollinator appeal, and tidy habit make it an excellent choice for edging, containers, and small‑space plantings.

Key Features

• Bright yellow blooms from early spring into summer
• Compact, low‑growing mounds of dark green foliage
• Attracts butterflies and native bees
• Low‑maintenance and easy to grow
• Ideal for containers, rock gardens, and sunny walkway edging

Common Questions

• What problem does Nana Coreopsis solve?
  It adds long‑lasting color to sunny borders, containers, and small spaces where a compact, cheerful perennial is needed.
• Is it good for beginners?
  Yes, it’s very easy to grow and forgiving with basic care.
• Will it grow in full sun?
  Yes, full sun ensures the strongest bloom and healthiest growth.
• Does it bloom all season?
  It blooms from early spring through summer, especially with regular deadheading.

Description

Nana Coreopsis forms small, tidy mounds of lush dark green foliage that become covered in bright yellow daisy‑like flowers for months. Its compact size makes it perfect for edging sunny walkways, filling rock gardens, or brightening containers. As a native wildflower, it supports local pollinators and thrives in well‑drained soil with moderate watering. Deadheading spent blooms encourages continuous flowering and keeps the plant looking fresh.

Planting & Care

• Sun: Full sun for best flowering
• Soil: Well‑drained soil; avoid waterlogged conditions
• Water: Keep soil lightly moist during establishment; moderate watering afterward
• Maintenance: Deadhead spent blooms to extend the bloom season and maintain a tidy appearance
• Spacing: Plant to allow room for small mounding growth

Seasonal Notes

• Blooms from early spring through summer
• Compact evergreen‑like foliage in warm climates
• Heat‑tolerant and resilient once established

Ideal Uses

• Containers and patio planters
• Rock gardens
• Sunny walkway edging
• Pollinator gardens
• Small‑space landscapes
  Explore more options in our Sun‑Loving Perennials collection, including Coreopsis ‘Hot Paprika’ for a color companion.

Order Nana Coreopsis

Bring bright, long‑lasting color to your garden with Nana Coreopsis from Greenwood Nursery. Its cheerful blooms, pollinator‑friendly nature, and easy care make it a must‑have perennial for sunny spaces.

Shipping Information

• Available Size: One‑pint pots

Related Collections

• Sun‑Loving Perennials
• Pollinator‑Friendly Plants
• Rock Garden Plants
• Container‑Friendly Perennials